Foreman - Commercial Electrician

Apolloorlando; Clearwater, City of Rome (FL, NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Apolloorlando is seeking an Electrical Jobsite Foreman to manage and coordinate electrical construction projects. This role demands excellent communication and leadership skills, alongside a profound understanding of electrical systems and safety regulations. The Foreman will ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget, working closely with clients and other construction professionals.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of electrical construction supervisory experience is required.
• Experience in managing electrical projects and teams.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates construction projects from start to finish.
• Schedules and budgets time to meet deadlines.
• Ensures adherence to budget and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Understanding of contracts and specifications

Leadership

Project management

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Five years of electrical construction supervisory experience

Journeyman or Master Electrician License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Electrical Jobsite Foreman

Job Summary:

The Foreman will oversee and coordinate an assigned construction project from start to finish, ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Participates in selecting, hiring, and oversees employees for specific electrical projects.
• Supervises the project to ensure that work meets quality standards and adheres to specifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership in initial planning stage by collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, or other involved parties; develops detailed description of jobs and materials necessary to complete project.
• Schedules and coordinates project in logical steps and budgets the time necessary to meet each deadline.
• Regularly communicates with their Superintendents and Project Manager regarding needs, progress and concerns.
• Ensures adherence to the budget and, when unexpected complications or issues arise, makes quick and necessary adjustments with PM partnership.
• Plans, coordinates, organizes, oversees, and directs activities regarding the electrical project of assigned structures, facilities, and systems.
• Ensures safety standards and guidelines are followed on the jobsite and that all safety codes are met on all projects.
• Collaborates with clients, supervisory staff, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and electrical or design issues.
• Manages and leads actions that are necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at work sites.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, work well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
• Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
• Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.
• Ability to speak both English and Spanish preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing and able to dig trenches on jobsites as needed.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of five years of electrical construction supervisory experience is required.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License preferred, but not needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• May require travel.
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must be on call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.