General Foreman (Union Electrical)

Jobot; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off/ Holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned General Foreman to lead all electrical field operations on a $50 million higher-education project in Berkeley. You’ll oversee foremen and electricians, drive schedules, quality, and safety from rough-in through commissioning while coordinating with project management and other trades on this high-visibility Bay Area assignment.

The role requires 5+ years supervising large electrical projects and a proven ability to manage 30+ craftworkers, with strong NEC knowledge,

Qualifications

• 5+ years supervising large electrical projects (commercial or institutional)
• Proven ability to manage 30+ craftworkers as a General Foreman
• Expert knowledge of NEC and quality control standards
• Strong blueprint/BIM literacy and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and coordination in fast-paced environments
• Experience on higher-education or student-housing projects preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct, schedule, and motivate field crews; forecast manpower and material needs
• Coordinate daily with general contractor, campus officials, and other trades to resolve issues
• Enforce zero-incident safety culture and NEC/Cal-OSHA compliance
• Oversee QA/QC, review drawings, and implement BIM-driven installation strategies
• Track production, approve timecards, and report progress to project leadership
• Mentor foremen and apprentices, fostering continuous skill development

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety culture

Tools

BIM

Job description

General Foreman (Union Electrical)

$200000 - $300000 per year | Berkeley, CA | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Over 75 years, we’ve grown from a single-office startup into a statewide electrical contracting powerhouse with ten California branches and more than 700 employees. Our award-winning safety record and long-standing client partnerships let us tackle complex healthcare, aviation, education, and renewable-energy projects worth up to nine figures. Thanks to a debt‑free balance sheet, robust profit‑sharing, and a strong promote‑from‑within culture, you’ll help build iconic projects while forging a lasting career.

Why join us?

• Highly competitive pay ($200k-$300k depending on experience)
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off/ Holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Job Details

We are seeking a seasoned General Foreman to lead all electrical field operations on a $50 million higher education development. Overseeing foreman and electricians, you will drive schedules, quality, and safety from rough-in through final commissioning while partnering closely with project management and other trades on this high-visibility Bay Area project.

Responsibilities;

• Direct, schedule, and motivate field crews; forecast manpower and material needs
• Coordinate daily with general contractor, campus officials, and other trades to resolve issues
• Enforce zero-incident safety culture and strict NEC/Cal-OSHA compliance
• Oversee QA/QC, review drawings, and implement BIM-driven installation strategies
• Track production, approve timecards, and report progress to project leadership
• Mentor foremen and apprentices, fostering continuous skill development

Qualifications:

• 5+ years supervising large commercial or institutional electrical projects ($20M+)
• Proven success managing 30+ craftworkers as a General Foreman
• Expert knowledge of NEC and quality control standards
• Strong blueprint/BIM literacy and effective problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and coordination skills in fast-paced environments
• Experience on higher-education or student-housing projects preferred

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