Foreman I

M.C. Dean, Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Foreman to supervise and coordinate projects involving technicians and laborers. You will manage mid-sized to large projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Candidates should have over 8 years of electrical industry experience and strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities for career advancement and requires a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the electrical industry, with 2 years as a project foreman.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must possess a valid driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the work of technicians and laborers on the job site.
• Manage project schedules and budgets.
• Mentor less experienced technicians.

Skills

Electrical industry experience

Project management

Effective communication

Problem recognition

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Management systems

Necessary tools

Job description

Overview

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to developing the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

The Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating the work of a crew of technicians, apprentices, subcontractors, and laborers on a job site, ensuring all work is completed on time, within budget, and according to plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage mid-sized to large projects with 15 or more personnel.
• Coordinate with management, owners, contractors, and design professionals to resolve work procedures, complaints, and construction issues.
• Develop project schedules to meet deadlines within budget constraints.
• Determine labor requirements and assign workers to construction sites.
• Plan, organize, and oversee construction and maintenance activities for structures, facilities, and systems.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Supervise and delegate responsibilities to foremen and technicians, mentoring less experienced electrical technicians for career advancement.
• Monitor project budgets to ensure profitability and positive cash flow.
• Inspect projects for compliance with safety and building codes.
• Possess at least 8 years of electrical industry experience, including 2 years as a project foreman.
• Hold a High School diploma or GED.
• Experience with management systems like scheduling, job costing, estimating, safety, and quality control.
• Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates and cash flow projections.
• Plan manpower effectively to meet project goals without excessive labor costs or overtime.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently without direct supervision.
• Own necessary tools.
• This role may require use of a company vehicle; candidates must have a valid driving record and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects up to 50 pounds regularly, demonstrating physical strength and stamina.
• Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder independently.
• Work at heights up to 60 feet, including climbing scaffolds, lifts, and ladders.
• Perform physical activities such as walking, climbing, lifting, and reaching routinely.
• Good vision (corrected if necessary), color vision, and effective communication skills in English.
• Use ladders safely, carrying tools within weight limits.
• Recognize potential problems without necessarily solving them.
• Apply general rules to specific problems logically.
• Integrate information to form conclusions, recognizing relationships among events.
• See details clearly at close range.
• Understand spoken information effectively.