Electrical Foreman

Colorado Lighting, Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Background check

Substance testing

Job summary

Colorado Lighting (CLI Services) is seeking an Electrical Foreman to oversee all aspects of electrical project execution, from planning through closeout, coordinating teams, materials, and schedules to ensure success and customer satisfaction.

You will lead field teams, ensure NEC compliance, manage documentation, coordinate with purchasing/warehouse, and maintain strong customer communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience in commercial electrical work.
• Proficient in the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Effective leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage stress and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Contract negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement electrical projects from start to finish.
• Daily field work—minimum 80% in most weeks.
• Communicate with customers to confirm schedules and address installation concerns.
• Assist in sourcing materials and coordinating with Purchasing for updates.
• Load/unload materials with warehouse staff; occasional site deliveries.
• Manage and maintain project documentation and punch lists.
• Oversee daily work order management and project timelines.
• Lead project closeout processes and provide updates to customers.
• Take notes during meetings and respond to customer feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

• Compensation: $85 - $95K annually (depending on experience)
• CLI provides outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance after 90 days
• PTO and paid holidays
• Come join our winning team
• We maintain a drug-free workplace
• We perform pre-employment substance and background testing
• Must hold a valid Colorado driver's license with a clean driving record

Overview

Colorado Lighting (CLI Services) is seeking a dedicated Electrical Foreman to join our dynamic team. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of electrical project execution—ensuring alignment with company goals, timelines, and customer satisfaction. You will lead projects from initial planning through closeout, coordinating teams, materials, and schedules to ensure success.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and implement electrical projects from start to finish.

Daily field work minimal 80% most weeks.

Communicate with customers to confirm schedules, address installation concerns, and ensure satisfaction upon completion.

Assist in sourcing materials and coordinating with the purchasing department for updates.

Work closely with warehouse staff to load/unload vehicles and ensure materials/tools are ready for the install team; occasional job site deliveries may be required.

Manage and maintain project documentation, including punch walk reports and data input.

Oversee daily work order management.

Create and manage project timelines and schedules.

Lead project closeout processes.

Take detailed notes during customer and project meetings.

Respond to customer feedback and manage any necessary resubmittals or revisions.

Provide project updates and reports to customers.

Foster a positive, collaborative, and results-driven team environment.

Local utility coordination for site meetings.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Computer software experience: Outlook, Excel and/or dispatching software.

Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience in commercial electrical work.

Operating underground locating equipment a plus.

Proficient in the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.

Effective leadership and team coordination abilities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage stress and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Critical thinking and problem-solving.

Strong decision-making and leadership skills.

Contract negotiation and conflict resolution.

Customer-focused mindset.

Electricians in the field must possess high physical stamina, strength, and agility, typically requiring the ability for overhead lifting, up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined spaces. Daily tasks involve bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling for extended periods while utilizing fine motor skills for wiring. Key physical requirements include:

Strength & Stamina - Frequently lifting, pulling and pushing materials (conduit cable) up to 50 lbs.

Manual Dexterity - Excellent hand-eye coordination for delicate wiring, handling small objects, and using hand tools.

Mobility & Balance – Climbing ladders, scaffolding, and poles, along with crawling in tight spaces like crawlspaces or attics.

Visual Acuity & Color Vision – Ability to distinguish color-coded wires (critical for safety and perform close-up work.

Endurance – standing or kneeling for long durations and working varied, often uncomfortable, weather conditions.

Core Competencies

Critical thinking and problem-solving.

Strong decision-making and leadership skills.

Contract negotiation and conflict resolution.

Customer-focused mindset.

All position measurement are based on CLI Core Values

CLI-SERVICES was founded in 1977 and has steadily grown over the past 40 years. We have on staff certified lighting consultants, journeyman electricians, master electricians, and certified lighting technicians. Our employees drive fully stocked service vehicles. In addition to our service vehicles, we have fully stocked bucket trucks with the capability of reaching up to 100 ft. working height. We also have 24-hour on-call service as well as tablets with cellular connection.

CLI-SERVICES provides sustainable energy-efficient solutions from consultation through installation and recycling. We enhance the efficiency of lighting and electrical systems for our customers through expert assistance in (1) specifying which products will produce the greatest energy and maintenance savings while providing the best solution to meet customer goals, (2) supplying and installing the new lighting and electrical products and (3) maintaining the lighting and electrical system. Customer service is our number one focus. We provide full-service solutions to our customers; the key element being the long-term relationship we build and maintain. In addition, when we recommend a product or system, we stand behind that product and its performance. CLI strives to be the artist in the industry.