Electrical Foreman — Industrial Projects Lead

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental coverage

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Paid weekly

PTO & holidays

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. is seeking a skilled Foreman/Project Lead to manage on-site electrical crews for large commercial and industrial projects. You will coordinate labor, materials, safety, and budgets while delivering high-quality installations on schedule.

As a key on-site point of contact, you will mentor team members, enforce safety standards, review drawings and specs, and collaborate with the Construction Manager to resolve issues and adjust plans as needed.

Qualifications

• Journeyman license with 5+ years of experience in a Foreman or Project Lead role.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical construction and best practices.
• Ability to manage crews, schedules, and jobsite communication independently.
• Experience interpreting drawings, specs, and installation standards.
• Understanding of budget control, documentation, and quality assurance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; team-first mindset.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% regionally with overnight stays as needed.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews and subcontractors on large commercial and industrial electrical projects.
• Represent KE in customer walk-throughs and site meetings.
• Coordinate project materials, deliveries, and crew assignments.
• Ensure work is completed in compliance with code, contract specs, and schedule.
• Enforce safety standards and lead daily tailgate meetings.
• Track and report job progress, site conditions, and crew hours.
• Support and enforce project budgets, timelines, and quality control standards.
• Mentor field team members and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Assist with documentation, change orders, and site logistics.
• Partner with the Construction Manager and project team to solve issues and adjust plans as needed.
• Serve as on-site point of contact for inspectors, landowners, subcontractors, and customers.

Skills

Journeyman license

5+ years experience

Industrial electrical construction

Crew management

Reading drawings & specs

Budget control

Communication & leadership

Travel up to 100%

Driver's license

Drug screen & background check

Job description

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. is seeking a skilled Foreman/Project Lead to manage on-site electrical crews for large commercial and industrial projects. You will coordinate labor, materials, safety, and budgets while delivering high-quality installations on schedule.

As a key on-site point of contact, you will mentor team members, enforce safety standards, review drawings and specs, and collaborate with the Construction Manager to resolve issues and adjust plans as needed.