Electrical Foreman - Multi Family

IES Residential; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company 401K with match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

IES Residential in Birmingham, AL seeks an Electrical Foreman to oversee field operations, coordinate crews, and ensure safe, accurate, and timely completion of electrical projects.

The role requires 4–6 years of experience, an active electrical license, and strong reading of blueprints, schematics, and project plans. You will lead electricians, collaborate with stakeholders, and uphold safety and quality standards on site.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, installation practices, troubleshooting techniques, and construction methods.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices, applicable electrical codes, and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, project plans, specifications, and electrical documentation.
• Ability to effectively lead, coordinate, train, and provide direction to electrical field personnel.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in the field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, project requirements, and deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electrical crews and daily field activities to support project schedules, productivity, and quality standards.
• Oversee electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work to ensure accurate and efficient project execution.
• Review project plans, blueprints, specifications, schematics, and work orders and communicate requirements to field personnel.
• Ensure electrical work is completed in compliance with company policies, safety standards, applicable electrical codes, and project requirements.
• Monitor jobsite progress, workmanship, materials, equipment, and site conditions and address issues that may impact safety, quality, or project completion.
• Coordinate with project leadership, employees, customers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal departments regarding project activities, material needs, schedules, and operational concerns.
• Provide direction, training, and support to electricians, technicians, apprentices, and other field personnel as needed.
• Identify and assist with resolving electrical, operational, and jobsite issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, work orders, and project documentation related to field activities and project progress.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive jobsite while maintaining professional communication with customers, coworkers, and business partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Blueprints & schematics reading

Leadership & supervision

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Electrical license/certification required

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

General Job Description Position Overview

The Electrical Foreman is responsible for overseeing electrical field operations, coordinating crews, and supporting the safe, accurate, and timely completion of electrical projects. This role provides field leadership while ensuring electrical installations, maintenance, and related work meet project requirements, company standards, applicable electrical codes, and customer expectations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electrical crews and daily field activities to support project schedules, productivity, and quality standards.
• Oversee electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work to ensure accurate and efficient project execution.
• Review project plans, blueprints, specifications, schematics, and work orders and communicate requirements to field personnel.
• Ensure electrical work is completed in compliance with company policies, safety standards, applicable electrical codes, and project requirements.
• Monitor jobsite progress, workmanship, materials, equipment, and site conditions and address issues that may impact safety, quality, or project completion.
• Coordinate with project leadership, employees, customers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal departments regarding project activities, material needs, schedules, and operational concerns.
• Provide direction, training, and support to electricians, technicians, apprentices, and other field personnel as needed.
• Identify and assist with resolving electrical, operational, and jobsite issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, work orders, and project documentation related to field activities and project progress.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive jobsite while maintaining professional communication with customers, coworkers, and business partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

None

Minimum Years of Experience

4-6

Specific Qualifications Required

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, installation practices, troubleshooting techniques, and construction methods.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices, applicable electrical codes, and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, project plans, specifications, and electrical documentation.
• Ability to effectively lead, coordinate, train, and provide direction to electrical field personnel.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in the field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, project requirements, and deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and customer expectations.
• Proficiency in using electrical tools, testing equipment, mobile devices, and applicable systems or software.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project leadership, field personnel, customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings such as background and motor vehicle record checks.
• English speaking, reading, and writing preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.
• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive, respectful demeanor with customers, coworkers, and business partners.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous electrical installation, construction, maintenance, or troubleshooting experience required.
• Previous experience leading or supervising electrical crews or field operations preferred.
• Experience within construction, field operations, or service environments preferred.
• Relevant electrical certifications or licenses preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.
• Equivalent combination of education, electrical experience, and field leadership experience may be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, and computer use.
• Hand movements, including typing and equipment operation.
• Travel as required to support project and operational needs.
• Stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Sit for extended periods while driving to and between job sites.
• Work on active job sites, indoors and outdoors, including attics, crawlspaces, and confined or elevated spaces, with exposure to varying weather, construction noise, dust, and other job site conditions.
• Wear safety gear such as Personal Protective Equipment.
• Maintain dependable transportation and consistent, reliable attendance to meet customer service and operational needs.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions within established company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work overtime, modified schedules, or occasional weekends as business needs require.
• Communicate in person, by phone, and electronically, including on a tablet, smartphone, and other office technology.
• Perform all work on-site and in person; this is not a remote or hybrid position.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.

License Required

Yes

Job Locations

US-AL-Birmingham

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions: Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it

• Competitive Pay Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match Company Paid Time Off Company Paid Life Insurance Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic.

This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.

IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law.

"Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminacion en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal Disability Accommodation IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance. IES Participates in E-Verify/IES participa en el programa E-Verify E-Verify Information/ Informacion sobre E-Verify English/Espanol Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo English/Espanol