Commercial Electrical Foreman (Licensed – Commercial Projects)

E.L. Electrical Contracting Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Paid holidays

PTO / vacation

401(k)

Steady year-round work

Local projects only

Weekday hours

Job summary

E.L. Electrical Contracting Inc. in Auburn Hills, MI, is hiring an experienced Commercial Electrical Foreman to own and run local projects across Southeast Michigan. You’ll lead crews, coordinate field operations, ensure NEC compliance, and maintain clean, inspection-ready sites on steady commercial work.

We offer a competitive $36–$45+ per hour with a company vehicle, health insurance, PTO, 401(k), and paid holidays. Local projects only, mostly weekday hours, with no out-of-town travel.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Journeyman Electrician License.
• 5+ years of experience leading commercial electrical projects.
• Ability to read blueprints, plan ahead, and sequence work.
• Strong conduit layout and clean installation standards.
• Excellent communication with GCs and project managers.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial electrical installations (new construction & renovations).
• Coordinate crew in the field and manage layout.
• Oversee conduit installation (EMT, rigid, etc.).
• Supervise panel installs, lighting, devices, feeders.
• Maintain organized, inspection-ready job sites.
• Ensure NEC compliance and conduct inspections.
• Communicate with GCs and project managers.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Conduit layout

Project coordination

Team supervision

Education

Michigan Journeyman Electrician License

Job description

Lead the Job. Run the Crew. Stay Local.

$36–$45+ per hour | Company Vehicle | Steady Commercial Work

Oakland, Macomb & Lapeer Counties

(Main Office: Auburn Hills, MI)

For Proven Commercial Electrical Leaders

E.L. Electrical Contracting has served Southeast Michigan for 27+ years, specializing in commercial new construction and renovations — offices, schools, churches, fire stations, and other community facilities.

We are hiring one experienced Commercial Electrical Foreman who can take full ownership of commercial projects in the field.

Compensation & Benefits

• $36–$45+ per hour (based on leadership and project performance)
• Company vehicle (for qualified Foreman)
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• PTO / vacation
• 401(k)
• Steady, year-round commercial projects
• Local projects only — no out-of-town travel
• Mostly weekday business hours

What You’ll Lead (Commercial Electrical Work)

• Commercial electrical installations (new construction & renovation)
• Crew coordination and field layout
• Conduit installation (EMT, rigid, etc.)
• Panel installs, lighting, devices, feeders
• Job site organization and production pacing
• NEC compliance and inspections
• Communication with GCs and project managers
• Maintaining clean, professional, inspection-ready job sites

You won’t be micromanaged — but you will be trusted to deliver.

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Michigan Journeyman Electrician License
• Proven experience running commercial electrical projects
• Ability to read blueprints, plan ahead, and sequence work
• Strong conduit layout skills and clean installation standards
• Leadership presence — your crew respects you
• Ability to solve problems without escalating everything upward
• Professional communication with GCs and inspectors
• Clean driving record

Who This Is NOT For

• Lead men who still need daily direction
• Foremen who blame others for job performance
• Anyone comfortable with sloppy installs or disorganized job sites

Why Foremen Stay Here

• Real support from experienced project management
• Organized jobs and realistic scheduling
• Professional commercial crews
• Clear expectations and accountability
• Stable, local work
• Leadership respected — not undermined

We build solid commercial electrical projects and expect professional execution.

Ready for a Better Fit?

If you’re a licensed Commercial Electrical Foreman who wants steady local work, professional crews, and the authority to run your job the right way — let’s talk.

Confidential inquiries welcome.