Field Electrical Construction Lead

Knobelsdorff (KE); Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health and dental

HSA contributions

Life insurance and disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Per diem for travel

Job summary

Knobelsdorff (KE) is seeking an Electrical Construction Operations Leader to drive field execution on industrial and commercial projects in Texas. You will coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, materials, and safety compliance while representing KE with customers and inspectors.

Ideal candidates have a degree in construction management or project management, strong scheduling and cost-control skills, and proven leadership in electrical or industrial construction or data-center

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, project management, related field, or equivalent.
• Experience in electrical construction, industrial construction, or a related field leadership role.
• Industrial or Data Center experience required.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, project coordination, cost management, and field operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel extensively (up to 100%), including overnight stays as projects require.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead all jobsite activities, including planning, material management, equipment coordination, and field execution.
• Oversee daily project progress and communicate status updates to the project team to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
• Manage field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors while promoting accountability, teamwork, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards through daily tailgate meetings, JHA reviews, and active safety leadership.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to drive successful installation activities.
• Coordinate project schedules, procurement activities, change orders, material receiving, and customer communications.
• Develop and maintain weekly schedules and rolling three-week forecasts.
• Coach, mentor, and train field personnel while supporting employee growth and development.
• Serve as the primary on-site representative for customers, inspectors, landowners, OSHA, and other stakeholders.
• Lead by example and work alongside field technicians when needed to support project success.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Scheduling

Cost management

Communication

Travel flexibility

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management / project management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Knobelsdorff (KE) is seeking an Electrical Construction Operations Leader to drive field execution on industrial and commercial projects in Texas. You will coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, materials, and safety compliance while representing KE with customers and inspectors.

Ideal candidates have a degree in construction management or project management, strong scheduling and cost-control skills, and proven leadership in electrical or industrial construction or data-center