Substation Foreman

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies•Georgetown, SC

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is hiring a Substation Foreman to lead a field crew and help deliver safe, productive, high-quality utility substation construction. This first-level supervisory role leads approximately 6–10 craft workers and works closely with General Foremen and Superintendents to coordinate daily work, maintain crew productivity, and ensure work meets safety and project requirements. It is suited to an experienced tradesperson moving into a leadership role with responsibility for crew performance, task coordination, field communication, and daily execution. Work may include substation civil, structural, and electrical installation scopes, including foundations, grounding systems, structural steel, conduit systems, and electrical equipment support. The position is initially based in Georgetown, South Carolina, with crews potentially moving to other regional projects as work is completed. It is on-site and involves regular regional travel. Employees arrange and cover their own travel and accommodations; travel support is $275 per diem daily. The anticipated project duration is 6–7 months. The schedule is Monday to Friday, with frequent overtime and weekend work as project requirements dictate.

Requirements

3–5 years of hands-on experience in utility construction or a related skilled trade.
Technical experience in utility construction; substation construction experience is preferred.
Experience with one or more substation scopes, such as civil foundations, grounding, structural steel, conduit installation, or electrical yard installation.
Previous experience directing crew members or serving in an informal or formal leadership capacity.
Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, field safety requirements, and jobsite procedures.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and maintain productivity in an active construction environment.
Comfort using mobile field tools, including digital forms, timesheets, equipment logs, and other project documentation systems.
Valid driver’s license and ability to work in remote or active jobsite environments.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located and maintain valid work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Formal supervisory training.
Safety certifications.
Additional trade qualifications.

Responsibilities

Direct a crew of approximately 6–10 craft workers according to work plans, schedules, and daily task assignments.
Ensure crew members understand their tasks and have the tools, materials, equipment, and information required to work safely and efficiently.
Conduct daily tailboard talks and field-level hazard assessments, reinforcing PPE requirements, permits, safe work practices, and company safety expectations.
Promote a positive safety culture and maintain professionalism, accountability, and teamwork within the crew.
Ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, client requirements, and applicable substation construction standards.
Complete or support installation checklists, material verification, photo documentation, and preparation for inspections or client walkdowns.
Identify construction issues, non-conforming work, delays, and other field concerns, and communicate them to the General Foreman or Superintendent.
Monitor crew progress, task durations, crew time, and material usage, and provide accurate daily reports to field supervision.
Communicate with other field leaders to coordinate adjacent work and align activities across the project.
Guide new or junior crew members, address day-to-day questions, and ensure team members understand site expectations and work requirements.
Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are cared for, stored properly, and available for daily work.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the assigned crew and communicate instructions, priorities, and changes effectively.