Lead Electrician: Field Project Leader

Cogent Analytics; Ridgeway (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lever, Inc. is seeking a Lead Electrician to run assigned electrical field work from mobilization to completion, delivering safe, code-compliant, high-quality results while keeping jobs on schedule.

You will lead helpers and apprentices, review scopes, adapt installations as conditions change, inspect work for quality, and ensure proper PPE and safety practices are followed on every site. The role requires strong communication with leadership, adherence to plans, and a proven ability to move

Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician preferred with strong field leadership.
• Ability to read plans and assess site conditions.
• Strong communication and safety focus on job sites.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned jobs in the field and manage daily progress.
• Review scope, adapt installation approach, and inform leadership of changes.
• Ensure work meets code, standards and customer expectations.
• Maintain momentum without sacrificing quality.
• Coordinate labor, tools, and materials to meet timelines.
• Identify schedule risks early and address them.
• Inspect work for quality and code compliance before closeout.
• Direct helpers and apprentices; teach safe methods and expectations.

Skills

Field leadership

Blueprint reading

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Journeyman/Master Electrician

Job description

Lever, Inc. is seeking a Lead Electrician to run assigned electrical field work from mobilization to completion, delivering safe, code-compliant, high-quality results while keeping jobs on schedule.

You will lead helpers and apprentices, review scopes, adapt installations as conditions change, inspect work for quality, and ensure proper PPE and safety practices are followed on every site. The role requires strong communication with leadership, adherence to plans, and a proven ability to move