Electrical Foreman – Virginia (Multiple Openings)

Swoon; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone

Laptop

iPad

Leadership training

HQ training in St. Petersburg

Job summary

Swoon is seeking an experienced Electrical Foreman to lead field operations on large Virginia construction projects, ensuring safety, schedule, and quality.

The role oversees crews of five or more electricians, coordinates with Superintendents and other trades, and uses company technology to communicate progress and manage field activities. This direct-hire position offers a path to leadership and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience managing electrical scopes on large construction projects.
• Active Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
• Experience leading crews of 5+ electricians.
• Large-scale commercial and/or multifamily residential project experience.
• Healthcare or data center experience preferred; strong NEC knowledge.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred; can be obtained after hire if needed.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical crews of five or more electricians.
• Manage daily manpower, materials, and field operations.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and other trades.
• Drive project schedules while maintaining quality standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the jobsite.
• Mentor electricians and help develop future leaders.
• Utilize company technology to communicate progress and manage field activities.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical knowledge

Safety culture

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Journeyman/Master Electrician license

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Multiple Openings | Blacksburg *Norfolk *Richmond *Charlottesville, Virginia

Direct Hire

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $90,000+ (based on experience)

Relocation assistance available

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Foremen to support large-scale construction projects across Virginia. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing electrical field operations while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.

As an Electrical Foreman, you'll lead electrical crews, coordinate with project leadership and other trades, and play a key role in the successful execution of multimillion-dollar commercial construction projects. You'll also have access to industry-leading technology, including a company-issued iPad and smartphone, as well as customized leadership and technical training.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Electrical Foreman, you'll be responsible for leading the electrical scope of large commercial construction projects while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and with exceptional quality.

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading electrical crews of five or more electricians
• Managing daily manpower, materials, and field operations
• Coordinating closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and other trades
• Driving project schedules while maintaining quality standards
• Promoting a strong safety culture across the jobsite
• Mentoring electricians and helping develop future leaders
• Utilizing company technology to communicate progress and manage field activities

What We're Looking For

We're looking for experienced field leaders—not just great electricians.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years managing electrical scopes on large construction projects
• Active Journeyman or Master Electrician license
• Experience leading crews of 5+ electricians
• Large-scale commercial and/or multifamily residential project experience
• Experience with healthcare or data center projects is highly preferredStrong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• OSHA 30 Certification (preferred; can be obtained after hire if needed)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring others
• High school or equivalent (Required)

Why Join ?

• Company-issued phone, laptop, and iPad.
• Industry-leading investment in employee training and leadership development.
• Customized training at headquarters in St. Petersburg, Florida.
• Strong support from experienced project management and operational teams.
• Clear career advancement opportunities for high-performing employees.
• Multiple openings driven by continued company growth and an exciting pipeline of upcoming projects.

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