E and I General Foreman-Data Center (Day Shift)

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing seeks an experienced E and I General Foreman to lead field operations on a large-scale data center project in Abernathy, Texas. This day-shift role requires safety leadership, on-site coordination, and strong supervision of electrical crews.

You will manage 100–150 personnel across multiple crews, ensure OSHA compliance, drive schedule performance, and interface with owners, clients, vendors, and project leadership.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Data center/mission-critical construction experience.
• Lead crews of 50+ personnel.
• 7–10+ years supervising heavy industrial electrical projects.
• Strong knowledge of installation methods and sequencing.
• Experience managing large field workforces and multiple supervision levels.
• Ability to travel and work on rotational schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical field operations throughout project execution.
• Manage electrical crews, General Foremen, Foremen, and subcontractors.
• Direct workforce planning for teams of 100–150 personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and OSHA requirements.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and logistics.
• Drive schedule performance and earned value progress tracking.
• Interface with owners, clients, vendors, and project leadership.
• Support commissioning, startup, and project closeout.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Electrical install methods

Construction sequencing

Heavy industrial electrical

Travel flexibility

Communication

Education

Journeyman/Master Electrician licensure

Job description

E and I General Foreman-Data Center (Day Shift)

Location: Abernathy, Texas

Schedule: Day shift; rotational schedule as required

Lead Electrical Work on a Mission Critical Data Center Project

We are hiring an experienced E and I General Foremen in Houston, Texas to lead field operations on a large-scale Data Center project. This role serves as the senior electrical field leader responsible for safety, workforce management, productivity, quality execution, schedule performance, and client coordination.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record leading large electrical teams on mission-critical projects and thrives in fast-paced construction environments where safety, quality, and schedule are paramount.

What You Will Do

• Lead all electrical field operations throughout project execution
• Manage electrical crews, General Foremen, Foremen, and subcontractors
• Direct workforce planning for teams ranging from 100-150 personnel
• Ensure compliance with project safety standards and OSHA requirements
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and logistics
• Drive project schedule performance and earned value progress tracking
• Conduct daily planning and coordination meetings
• Resolve field installation challenges and construction conflicts
• Maintain quality standards, inspection readiness, and turnover documentation
• Support commissioning, startup, and project closeout activities
• Interface directly with owners, clients, vendors, and project leadership teams

What We Are Seeking

• OSHA 30 Certification
• Data Center / Mission Critical construction experience
• Experience leading crews of 50+ personnel
• 7-10+ years supervising heavy industrial electrical construction projects
• Strong understanding of electrical installation methods and construction sequencing
• Experience managing large field workforces and multiple levels of supervision
• Ability to travel and work rotational schedules as required
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Journeyman or Master Electrician licensure, experience with 15kV-35kV electrical distribution systems, and experience in renewable energy, power generation, EPC, or other large-scale industrial construction environments are strongly preferred.