Experienced Wiring Electrician Foreman

CW Wright Construction Co LLC • South Chesterfield, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

CW Wright Construction Company is seeking an experienced Substation Wiring Electrical Foreman to lead crews performing substation construction, maintenance, upgrades, and commissioning throughout Virginia and surrounding service areas. The role requires extensive experience with substation electrical systems, leadership capabilities, and the ability to maintain safe, productive operations while coordinating personnel, equipment, and project schedules.

CW Wright is a full-service contractor serving the electric utility industry. Founded in Richmond, Virginia, in 1953, the company emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity through its motto, “Service with Safety.” It is part of VINCI Energies, a global network focused on energy and digital transformation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Formal education and/or training in electrical theory or electronics.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical construction experience.
• Previous foreman or crew leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of substation construction methods, controls, relay wiring, and electrical equipment installation.
• English language proficiency.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, use finger dexterity and grasp, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to routinely lift objects under 10 pounds; occasionally lift 10–25 pounds; infrequently lift 25–30 pounds; and infrequently lift objects over 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors and be exposed to extreme cold and heat, inclement weather, noise, mechanical and electrical hazards, darkness, and occasional poor lighting.

Nice To Haves

• Significant substation experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Class A CDL.
• OSHA certification.
• CPR certification.
• First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate substation electrical crews.
• Plan and oversee installation of conduit, cable tray, control wiring, bus systems, breakers, transformers, PTs, CTs, regulators, batteries, relay panels, and associated equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction drawings.
• Ensure work complies with company safety policies, customer specifications, and industry standards.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment to maintain project schedules.
• Conduct job briefings and mentor apprentices and junior electricians.
• Perform hands-on electrical work alongside crew members as needed.
• Travel as required to project locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED