Foreperson

Tri-M Group•Kennett Square, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, or Superintendent, plans, directs, and supervises field electrical construction activities and operations of assigned projects in a safe and productive manner. Performs other duties as assigned by management. Forepersons are generally assigned to manage projects with ten plus (10+) employees.

Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
High school education or equivalency; post high school education desirable but not required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical construction at Journeyperson level.
Completion of a state-approved apprenticeship program and the ability to obtain a Maryland and Delaware Electrical Journeyperson License.
Ability to read, understand and effectively apply construction drawings, specifications and electrical schematics.
Proven leadership skills and ability to manage people in a professional, constructive manner.
Ability to make independent decisions when scope of work deviates from project plan.
Ability to organize and administer multiple job functions with good attention to detail and work in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
Ability to work required overtime to complete project(s) within required deadline.
Basic level computer literacy including word processing, working with spreadsheets, processing emails and data entry.
Thorough knowledge of electrical trade and applicable building and electrical codes.
Knowledge of and ability to deal with other construction trades.
Must be confident, decisive, self-motivated.
Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location/office.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Must purchase company required personal tools (see attached list) and maintain in good condition.
Ability and willingness to drive company vehicles as needed.
Ability and willingness to travel regionally to jobsites as needed.
Standing and climbing 4 to 6 hours/day.
Kneeling, lifting, reaching above shoulders, and bending 4 to 5 hours/day.
Twisting (180° ) and walking 2 to 3 hours/day.
Squatting and sitting 1 to 2 hours/day.
Lifting weights of 0 to 75 lbs. at the following frequencies: continuous lifting of 10 to 35 lbs.; frequent lifting of 35 to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting of 50 to 75 lbs.; sizes & shapes of objects vary from concrete blocks to cylinders to 10’ lengths of metallic conduit and 20' lengths of PVC conduit; average carry requirements, 60 lbs. for 40'.
Ability to lift from floor to above shoulder.
Repetitive use of hands includes continuous grasping up to 50 lbs.; frequent pushing and pulling of 50 to 75 lbs.; and fine motor coordination for receptacle installation and wire terminations.
Repetitive use of feet is required for operating heavy equipment, conduit benders and vertical climbing.
Vision adequate for blueprint reading and color coding for wire identification.
Balance adequate for continuous climbing of ladders, scaffolds, and lifts and for working from heights.
Environmental factors may include working in temperature extremes of 0° F to 100° F up to 8 hours inside or outside and atmospheric exposure to dust, gases, fumes, and odors within the Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL).
Special hazards include exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and potentially explosive hazards.
Personal protective equipment includes use of hard hat, safety glasses, protected-toe boots, and appropriate gloves for the task.
Equipment on an "as needed" basis may include fall protection, dust mask, respirator, hearing protection, arc flash protective gear, and dielectrically insulated gloves and/or sleeves, etc.

Nice To Haves

post high school education desirable

Responsibilities

Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M safety policies and procedures.
Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M employment policies and procedures including standards of conduct and appearance to reflect positively on the Company.
Effectively manages the requisition, storage and safeguarding all equipment, tools and vehicles.
Effectively manages requisition, storage and safeguarding of materials.
Effectively manages jobsite labor.
Effectively manages project administrative tasks.
Supervises assigned personnel in order to maximize career development for employees including giving feedback for performance evaluations.
Effectively manages subcontractors and outside services.
Effectively manages project close out process.
Effectively manages projects requiring ten plus (10+) employees onsite independently.