Electrical Foreman

Gaylor Electric, Inc.; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. seeks a Lead Person to oversee project installations, alterations, additions, and repairs of electrical systems in commercial and industrial environments.

You will supervise field crews (25+), manage on-site safety, coordinate resources, and ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality standards while maintaining licensing and training requirements.

Qualifications

• Education and hands-on training in electrical construction.
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship program.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability to run medium to large-size projects effectively and on time.
• Supervise and direct field personnel, typically 25+ employees, to meet goals.
• Manage on-site safety, budget, time, and quality standards.
• Coordinate field installations, close-outs, and resource planning.
• Review plans and specs to direct construction activities; complete basic paperwork.
• Report to Field Supervisor or Project Manager and liaise with stakeholders.
• Maintain required licensing and training; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical apprenticeship program

Job description

Scope of Work:

The Lead Person will oversee the management of project installations, alterations, additions, and repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the commercial and industrial electrical industry.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to run medium to large-size projects effectively. Consistently complete projects on time, within budget, and in a safe manner.Supervise and direct field personnel, typically overseeing a team of 25+ employees. Establish performance goals and motivate crews to consistently meet or exceed goals.
• Accountable for the on-site management and safety of assigned construction projects, ensuring adherence to budget, time, and quality standards.Address and resolve conflicts related to construction activities and personnel issues.Coordinate field installations and project close-outs, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Review project documents, plans, and specifications to direct construction activities accurately. Complete basic paperwork (e.g., foreman logs, performance evaluations, purchase order logs, time cards) in a timely manner.
• Effectively manage resources (tools, equipment, staffing) within the crew.
• Read and understand estimates, with the assistance of project management or superintendent, as part of the installation and layout of a project.
• Report to the Field Supervisor, General Superintendent, or Project Manager. Interact with other field personnel and support staff, including Estimating, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, and other corporate services.
• Engage with owners, owner representatives, architects, engineers, trade contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders involved in project-related activities.
• Maintain required licensing and training requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
• Experience: Completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship program, six years (12,000 hours) or more of experience, and meets the position requirements.

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.