Electrical General Foreman ($200k-$300k)

Jobot; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off/Holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Jobot in the Bay Area seeks a General Foreman for a $50M higher-education project. You will lead field teams, supervise 30+ craftworkers, and coordinate with the GC, campus reps, and trades to drive safety, quality, and schedule from rough-in to commissioning.

The role requires 5+ years of supervising large electrical builds, strong NEC knowledge, BIM/drawing fluency, and the ability to manage a high-tempo, multi-trade environment. On-site Bay Area opportunity with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years supervising large commercial or institutional electrical builds.
• Experience leading 30+ craftworkers as a general foreman.
• Mastery of the NEC and rigorous quality standards.
• Proficiency with drawings/BIM and troubleshooting.
• Clear communicator in high-tempo settings.
• Prior experience on higher-ed or student-housing projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and inspire field teams; project labor and material requirements.
• Collaborate daily with the GC, campus representatives, and other trades to clear obstacles.
• Champion a zero-incident culture and full NEC / Cal-OSHA compliance.
• Manage QA/QC, review drawings, and apply BIM-based installation methods.
• Monitor productivity, verify timecards, and brief leadership on progress.
• Coach foremen and apprentices, supporting ongoing skill growth.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Quality focus

Troubleshooting

Tools

BIM

CAD/Drawing

Job description

Job details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeremy Lee

Salary: $200,000 - $300,000 per year

A bit about us

In the span of 75 years, we have evolved from a one-office startup to a statewide leader in electrical contracting, operating ten California branches and employing more than 700 people. Our award-winning safety program and enduring client relationships allow us to handle intricate healthcare, aviation, education, and renewable-energy projects valued in the nine-figure range. Backed by a debt-free balance sheet, generous profit-sharing, and a strong promote-from-within philosophy, you can build signature projects and shape a long-term career here.

Why join us

• Highly competitive pay ($200k-$300k depending on experience)
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off/ Holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Job Details

General Foreman – Bay Area Higher-Education Project ($50M)

Take charge of all electrical field activities for a $50 million university project. Guiding foremen and crews, you will set pace, uphold quality, and maintain safety from rough-in to final commissioning, working hand-in-hand with project managers and partnering trades on this flagship Bay Area job.

Key Duties

• Plan, schedule, and inspire field teams; project labor and material requirements
• Collaborate daily with the GC, campus representatives, and other trades to clear obstacles
• Champion a zero-incident culture and full NEC / Cal-OSHA compliance
• Manage QA/QC, review drawings, and apply BIM-based installation methods
• Monitor productivity, verify timecards, and brief leadership on progress
• Coach foremen and apprentices, supporting ongoing skill growth

Required Background

• Minimum five years supervising large commercial or institutional electrical builds valued at $20 million or more
• Demonstrated ability to lead 30+ craftworkers as a general foreman
• Mastery of the NEC and rigorous quality standards
• High proficiency with drawings/BIM and strong troubleshooting skills
• Clear communicator and coordinator in high-tempo settings
• Prior experience on higher-ed or student-housing projects a plus

Eager to steer a headline Bay Area project and grow with a top contractor?

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