Electrical Foreman - Farnham, VA

ZipRecruiter; Farnham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EPC Electrical Foreman to lead subcontractor crews in the installation of solar PV systems. This role involves ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to project schedules while promoting a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial construction supervision, particularly in solar installations, and hold relevant certifications. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainable energy solutions and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial construction supervision experience required.
• Must have solar installation experience and be a journeyman electrician.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical subcontractors and ensure high-quality installations.
• Monitor subcontractor progress and enforce project policies.

Skills

Commercial construction supervision

Solar installation

Reading construction drawings

Basic math skills

DC electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Journeyman electrician

OSHA 10 certification

NABCEP PV Certification

Job description

Job Description

The EPC Electrical Foreman supervises one or more Subcontractor electrical crews responsible for the installation of solar PV systems, monitoring the safety and quality of the Subcontractor’s work and ensuring the work progresses in accordance with the contract documents and the CPM schedule.

Summary:

We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We understand that our employees are the lifeblood of the company. We strive to align company goals with those of our employees. We're constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies. We hope you’ll join us.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Monitors the subcontractor’s daily work plans to ensure the highest level of workmanship to all elements of the job. Provides guidance and direction to the electrical subcontractor with respect to the project quality and safety requirements.
2. Ensure the high-quality installation of electrical portions of project; including underground cabling, mod to mod wiring, and DC collection system.
3. Adhere and enforce all project policies and procedures.
4. Monitor progress to ensure work is planned and executed in accordance with the project priorities and the CPM schedule.
5. Coordinate with other discipline subcontractors with regards to access and sequencing.
6. Monitor Subcontractor’s material inventory control of Contractor supplied system components and hardware.
7. Ensure assigned Subcontractor maintains neat work areas and efficient utilization of laydown areas.
8. Provide drawing, constructability, submittal reviews, and feedback with the engineering team, verifying that the quality of materials, equipment, and workmanship conforms to the specifications and updates of the contract documents.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

1. Oversight of Electrical Subcontractors
2. Review/monitor subcontractor’s procurement of electrical resources, methods, staffing, look-ahead schedules and coordination with other site activities
3. Monitor Safety, Quality, and Efficiency of subcontracted work on every project
4. Ensure subcontract crews have resources and support

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

1. Minimum 4 years of commercial construction supervision experience
2. Solar installation experience required.
3. Journeyman electrician
4. OSHA 10 certification
5. NABCEO Entry Level Certification
6. NABCEP PV Certification
7. Must be able to read construction drawings/diagrams, and develop a working plan for implementation of design.
8. Demonstrated knowledge of DC electrical.
9. Basic math skills and reading comprehension.
10. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes
11. Valid driver’s license.
12. Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent.
13. Demonstrate competence necessary to perform the work.
14. Solar Experience highly preferred.

About Us

Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.

Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it.

At Strata, you’re part of something big. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Join us in powering the future.

Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on gender, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

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