Electrical Foreman: Lead Industrial Projects (100% Travel)

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance and short/

Disability coverage

Paid weekly

PTO and six paid holidays

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. seeks an Electrical Foreman to lead onsite crews on large commercial and industrial projects in the Elgin area. You will coordinate labor, materials, and subcontractors while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Successful candidates have a Journeyman license with 5+ years in a foreman or lead role, strong understanding of industrial construction, and the ability to travel regionally up to 100% with overnight stays as needed.

Qualifications

• Journeyman License with 5+ years of experience in an Electrical Foreman or Project Lead role.
• Instrumentation and controls experience – preferred, not required.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical construction or Data Center 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

Instrumentation and controls

Industrial electrical construction

Crew management

Reading drawings/specs

Budgeting & QA

Communication & leadership

Willingness to travel

Driver’s license

Drug screen & background check

Job description

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. seeks an Electrical Foreman to lead onsite crews on large commercial and industrial projects in the Elgin area. You will coordinate labor, materials, and subcontractors while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Successful candidates have a Journeyman license with 5+ years in a foreman or lead role, strong understanding of industrial construction, and the ability to travel regionally up to 100% with overnight stays as needed.