Electrical Construction General Foreman

Miller Electric Company; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Medical Care Plan

National Electrical Benefit Fund

National Electrical Annuity Plan

Job summary

Miller Electric Company in Town of Florida is seeking an experienced General Foreman to oversee construction activities and support project teams. The ideal candidate should possess at least three years of relevant experience and strong leadership capabilities.

As a key member of the team, responsibilities include planning construction sequences, mentoring personnel, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Benefits include a Family Medical Care Plan, among others, promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience as a Healthcare Foreman or higher on construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee construction activities.
• Lead, train, and mentor field personnel.
• Communicate site issues and progress updates.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

Decision-making

Job description

About Us

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary

General Foreman – Join the Miller Electric Team

Are you an experienced leader looking to take the next step in your electrical construction career? Do you thrive in a collaborative, service‑focused environment where people and purpose come first? If so, this may be the opportunity for you.

For nearly 90 years, Miller Electric Company has been a proud signatory contractor with the IBEW, employing a highly trained and experienced workforce. Our success is built on our core values—trust, collaboration, safety, quality, community, and stewardship—and a commitment to living those values every day.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated General Foreman to support our project teams and ensure exceptional results in the field. The ideal candidate is an experienced Journeyman Electrician with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Benefits include Family Medical Care Plan, National Electrical Benefit Fund & National Electrical Annuity Plan.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee construction activities, including sequencing, manpower allocation, material needs, equipment usage, and scheduling.
• Lead, train, and mentor field personnel; oversee day‑to‑day operations through assigned Foremen.
• Partner with the Project Manager to develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules and milestone dates.
• Communicate site issues, conflicts, progress updates, and quality concerns with the Project Manager and client representatives.
• Resolve field construction challenges and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and inspections.
• Enforce and monitor safety program compliance; ensure weekly safety inspections and toolbox talks are completed.
• Assist with incident and accident investigations alongside the Safety Department.
• Understand subcontractor scopes and ensure schedules and quality expectations are met.
• Support the Project Manager in subcontractor coordination, quality control, and dispute resolution.
• Review and support negotiations related to change orders and claims.
• Provide input on cost and schedule forecasting.
• Participate in project close‑out and ensure punch lists are completed promptly.
• Mentor Project Associates assigned to the project.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years' experience as a Healthcare Foreman or Healthcare General Foreman (or higher) on construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control, and ability to control and supervise small to midsized groups.
• Good organization, multi‑tasking, leadership, and decision‑making ability.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment‑based visa sponsorship is not available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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