Lead Electrician - Field Ops, Safety & Quality

Cogent Analytics; Ridgeway (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Analytics is seeking a Lead Electrician to run electrical work in the field from mobilization through completion. The role emphasizes safe, code‑compliant delivery, on‑time progress, and effective supervision of helpers—keeping leadership informed and minimizing rework.

The Lead Electrician owns field execution on assigned jobs, planning daily work, identifying material needs, ensuring quality, and safeguarding safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician qualification with strong field leadership.
• Ability to read plans and assess field conditions.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned jobs in the field from start to finish, ensuring quality and progress.
• Review scope, adjust approach, and keep leadership informed of changes.
• Ensure code compliance, safety, and efficient material usage.
• Inspect work before closeout and prevent callbacks.
• Provide timely updates to leadership and document job notes.
• Develop helpers and apprentices toward greater independence.

Skills

Field leadership

Electrical knowledge

Plan reading

Communication

Decision making

Education

Journeyman/Master Electrician

Job description

Cogent Analytics is seeking a Lead Electrician to run electrical work in the field from mobilization through completion. The role emphasizes safe, code‑compliant delivery, on‑time progress, and effective supervision of helpers—keeping leadership informed and minimizing rework.

The Lead Electrician owns field execution on assigned jobs, planning daily work, identifying material needs, ensuring quality, and safeguarding safety standards on site.