Lead Electrical Foreman — Data Center Projects

Slifco Electric; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Slifco Electric is seeking a General Foreman to lead field operations on a data center project in the St. Louis area. You will supervise crews, plan manpower and materials, and ensure work complies with NEC codes and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in a General Foreman role within industrial electrical construction, union experience, and a Journeyman Inside Wireman ticket. OSHA 30 is required, with additional certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a General Foreman (or similar leadership role).
• Industrial electrical construction experience (data center preferred).
• IBEW Journeyman Inside Wireman ticket (required).
• Strong leadership experience in a union environment.
• Deep knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and installation methods.
• Ability to read blueprints and manage large field teams.
• OSHA 30 (required).
• NFPA 70E, Fall Protection, Confined Space, CPR/First Aid (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews, Foremen, and production activities.
• Plan manpower, materials, and workflow to meet project schedules.
• Monitor labor productivity, costs, and performance.
• Ensure all work meets NEC codes, project specs, and safety standards.
• Partner with Project Managers & Superintendents to drive project success.
• Track materials, maintain as-builts, and manage field documentation.
• Proactively identify and solve field challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Read blueprints

Union environment experience

Education

IBEW Journeyman Inside Wireman ticket

OSHA 30

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

Bluebeam

Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Slifco Electric is seeking a General Foreman to lead field operations on a data center project in the St. Louis area. You will supervise crews, plan manpower and materials, and ensure work complies with NEC codes and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in a General Foreman role within industrial electrical construction, union experience, and a Journeyman Inside Wireman ticket. OSHA 30 is required, with additional certifications preferred.