Electrical General Foreman: Data Center Projects

CEC; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC is seeking an Electrical General Foreman to oversee field operations on complex electrical projects. You will lead foremen and crews, schedule work, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with project management and other trades.

The role emphasizes manpower planning, productivity tracking, and coordination with VDC/ prefabrication teams to meet project milestones. This safety-sensitive position requires extensive field leadership on data center, mission critical, and commercial builds.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical construction.
• Journeyman Electrician (JW) license.
• Proven leadership experience as Foreman or Lead Electrician.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation methods, sequencing, and productivity planning.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support electrical foremen, lead electricians, and field crews.
• Plan, coordinate, and sequence electrical work to meet project schedules and milestones.
• Provide clear direction on installation methods, productivity expectations, and safety requirements.
• Mentor foremen and electricians, supporting workforce development and performance improvement.
• Enforce company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and site-specific safety plans.
• Lead daily job hazard analyses (JHAs), toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Ensure all electrical installations meet quality standards, NEC requirements, and project specifications.
• Identify and correct deficiencies, rework, and quality issues proactively.
• Coordinate manpower loading, crew sizes, and work assignments based on project needs.
• Track labor productivity and provide input on labor forecasts and recovery plans.
• Support schedule development and short-interval planning in coordination with project management.
• Coordinate electrical work with other trades, general contractors, inspectors, and client representatives.
• Participate in coordination meetings, subcontractor meetings, and planning sessions.
• Communicate field progress, constraints, and material needs to project managers and superintendents.
• Coordinate material deliveries, staging, and inventory to support uninterrupted field operations.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and lifts are available, maintained, and used properly.
• Support prefabrication and material kitting efforts where applicable.
• Support accurate daily reports, manpower tracking, and progress documentation.
• Assist with layout, redlines, and as-built documentation as required.
• Support commissioning, testing, and turnover activities from a field execution standpoint.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical installation

Reading drawings

Safety leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Team supervision

Education

Journeyman Electrician license

Tools

Project scheduling tools

Digital field tools

VDC coordination

Prefab coordination

Job description

CEC is seeking an Electrical General Foreman to oversee field operations on complex electrical projects. You will lead foremen and crews, schedule work, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with project management and other trades.

The role emphasizes manpower planning, productivity tracking, and coordination with VDC/ prefabrication teams to meet project milestones. This safety-sensitive position requires extensive field leadership on data center, mission critical, and commercial builds.