Foreman
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Foreman to lead field operations on large-scale electrical construction projects, with a primary focus on data center builds. This role is responsible for supervising crews, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring safe, high-quality execution in a fast-paced union construction environment.
The ideal candidate brings strong electrical foreman leadership experience along with a proven background managing complex, large facility construction projects such as data centers, healthcare facilities, manufacturing plants, or other mission-critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise electrical field crews on large-scale commercial and industrial construction projects
Coordinate daily activities with project managers, general contractors, subcontractors, and union labor teams
Manage installation of electrical systems including power distribution, switchgear, conduit, cable tray, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems
Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, NEC codes, and company standards
Drive production schedules and maintain progress on fast-paced construction timelines
Conduct daily planning meetings, toolbox talks, and workforce coordination
Review blueprints, construction drawings, schedules, and specifications to plan work activities
Monitor manpower, material usage, and productivity to support project goals and budgets
Coordinate inspections and quality control processes
Identify and resolve field issues proactively to minimize delays
Maintain strong communication across all trades and stakeholders on site
Top Skills Required
Extensive experience as an Electrical Foreman
Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects such as:
Data centers
Healthcare facilities
Manufacturing facilities
Large commercial or industrial builds
Ability to manage fast-paced projects involving multiple subcontractors within a union environment
Preferred Experience
Background working for an electrical contractor strongly preferred
Experience on mission-critical or large facility builds
Previous data center construction experience highly preferred
Experience supervising union electricians and coordinating multi-trade activities
Strong understanding of NEC, OSHA, and construction safety standards
Qualifications
5+ years of Electrical Foreman experience on large commercial or industrial projects
Strong leadership and crew management capabilities
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and construction documents
Experience managing project schedules and coordinating field operations
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred
Journeyman Electrician license preferred (where applicable)
Work Environment
Fast-paced commercial/industrial construction sites
Large-scale data center and mission-critical environments
Field-based role requiring daily onsite supervision
May require overtime, weekends, and travel depending on project needs
Compensation: $105k-$115k base
Benefits: health, dental, vision and 4 weeks pto
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