Foreman-Data Center

CBRE Group, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. through CBRE | DIRECTLINE seeks a Foreman to oversee on-site project execution for data center deployments, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence.

You will lead multiple crews, coordinate with field engineers and trade contractors, validate materials, monitor productivity, and document lessons learned to drive continuous improvement. Strong communication and safety compliance are essential for success in this dynamic tech environment.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in installation of cabling tech, rack infra, and large-scale build projects.
• Experience leading multiple crews and managing labor.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the onsite Project Manager
• Oversee scheduled milestones and productivity adherence
• Coordinate with Field Engineers and trade contractors for execution of work
• Manage and control labor on assigned projects
• Validate project data and track quality, efficiency, and delivery
• Ensure safety standards and compliance with customer rules

Skills

Leadership

Multi-project management

Time management

Communication

Reading drawings/blueprints

Customer service

Forecast manpower

Documentation/lessons learned

Tools

CFTT

CFI

BICSI/FOA

MS Office (Excel/Project)

Job description

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

Position- Foreman

About the Role:

The Foreman is responsible for overseeing on-site project execution, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to schedules. This role manages multiple crews, coordinates with field engineers and trade contractors, and ensures compliance with customer standards and safety regulations. Key responsibilities include monitoring productivity, validating materials, managing labor, and supporting both new deployments and live site requests. The Foreman also plays a leadership role by assessing team strengths, recommending training, and documenting lessons learned.

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 commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forwardthinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

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

Our Values in Hiring

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

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience

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