Foreman

CBRE; Forest City (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

CBRE DirectLine is seeking a Foreman to lead network infrastructure and cabling projects at a Forest City site. The role requires development, management, customer engagement, and strong leadership across field teams.

The Foreman will report to the onsite Project Manager and coordinate with Leads, Field Engineers, and trade contractors to ensure milestones, safety, and customer standards are met on multiple concurrent projects.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience five (5) plus years preferred) in the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and in managing large scale build projects
• Must be capable of leading multiple crews
• Ability to forecast manpower and labor units
• Capable of running midsize to large projects

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the onsite Project Manager
• Work in conjunction with the Project Manager’s schedule, directives, and request
• Capture updates from Leads and submit to Project Manager weekly
• Attend weekly sync with Project Manager
• Oversee scheduled milestones and productivity adherence
• Oversee site safety conditions
• Coordinate with Field Engineers and other trade contractors for execution of work
• Manage and control labor on assigned projects
• Survey completed work with QAQC Specialist before walking with Field Engineer
• Oversee quality of work is aligned with customer standards
• Understand leads strengths and weaknesses
• Recommend applicable training for Leads to enhance and embrace their roles
• Ensure their Leads are following all customer rules, guidelines, and processes
• Validate project data and track quality, efficiency, and delivery
• Validates all material required to complete the build project
• May be requested to attend customer design and build review meetings
• Supports both new deployment and live site/production requests
• Support team to engage with new technology, manufacturers, software with help of project management.
• Ensure safety standards/certifications are met during and after the completion of install

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cabling installation

Rack infrastructure

Manpower forecasting

Microsoft Office

Read drawings/blueprints

Multitasking

Copper & fiber installs

CFTT/CFI certification

Customer service

Regional install standards

Job description

The role will be in Forest City, NC.

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data CenterSolutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technologyleaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and clientrequirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annuallyacross data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in thedeployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the datacenter lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering thelatest wave of AI/ML platforms.

About The Role

The Foreman will be a key member in our operations teamand will support the delivery of all the various network infrastructure andcabling projects within a particular site. This position will require theindividual to have development, management, customer engagement, operationaland overall leadership skills.

What You’ll Do

• Report directly to the onsite Project Manager


• Work in conjunction with the Project Manager’s schedule, directives, and request.


• Capture updates from Leads and submit to Project Manager weekly


• Attend weekly sync with Project Manager


• Oversee scheduled milestones and productivity adherence


• Oversee site safety conditions


• Coordinate with Field Engineers and other trade contractors for execution of work


• Manage and control labor on assigned projects


• Survey completed work with QAQC Specialist before walking with Field Engineer


• Oversee quality of work is aligned with customer standards


• Understand leads strengths and weaknesses


• Recommend applicable training for Leads to enhance and embrace their roles


• Ensure their Leads are following all customer rules, guidelines, and processes


• Validate project data and track quality, efficiency, and delivery


• Validates all material required to complete the build project


• May be requested to attend customer design and build review meetings


• Supports both new deployment and live site/production requests,


• Support team to engage with new technology, manufacturers, software with help of project management.


• Ensure safety standards/certifications are met during and after the completion of install

What You’ll Need

• Must have prior experience five (5) plus years preferred) in the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and in managing large scale build projects


• Must be capable of leading multiple crews


• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively


• Ability to forecast manpower and labor units


• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Project)


• Document Lesson’s Learned from each project


• Documented leadership skills


• Clear and concise written and oral communications


• Must document and maintain the build and team’s applicable paperwork


• Must know how to read/understand drawings/blueprints and portmaps


• Capable of running midsize to large projects


• Ability to multitask in a high pace work environment


• Understanding of infrastructure builds and components


• Understanding of both copper and fiber installs, terminations, certifications and troubleshooting


• Certified cabling test technician (“CFTT”) and certified fiber installer (“CFI”) or Equivalent as appropriate (BICSI or FOA -fiber optic association)


• Must have an understanding and exceptional customer service skill


• Understand local region install standards and code


• Documented discovered, developed strengths and personal growth in team members


• Clear understanding of job safety requirements and point of contacts.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily walking, standing, and bending for extended periods with some sitting.


• Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, written, visual and listening skills.


• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required equipment as well as to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.


• Able to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to pull cables.


• Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercialreal estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. Weare dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who createsignificant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values —respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverseperspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have theopportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome allapplicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's uniqueexperience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI)tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use ofAI in the application and interview process.

Our Valuesin Hiring

At CBRE, weare committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We valuediverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Relocationassistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on selectpositions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements andexperience.

Applicantsmust be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need forvisa sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).