Lead Foreman – Northern Virginia/Washington DC

Design & Integration, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

A technology integration company is looking for a Lead Foreman for their Virginia/DC area projects. The role involves overseeing AV installations, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have supervisory experience, technical aptitude in AV systems, and the ability to secure necessary clearances. This position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in supervisory skills, with the ability to effectively lead a team.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical principles and carpentry techniques for AV systems.
• Experience operating and managing heavy equipment safely on construction sites.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance for high-security projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage installation teams onsite to adhere to project specifications.
• Act as the primary technical interface with General Contractors and coordinate logistics.
• Execute and oversee the physical installation of AV infrastructure and systems.
• Maintain accurate logs and ensure compliance with safety protocols and requirements.
• Conduct initial testing, troubleshoot issues, and facilitate project handover.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Mechanical principles

Heavy equipment operation

Clearance eligibility

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA, CTS)

Job description

Lead Foreman – Northern Virginia/Washington DC

Full Time, Onsite

The Audiovisual Foreman is a critical leadership role responsible for the successful, high‑quality execution of AV system installation and commissioning across multiple, simultaneous projects. This role requires a hands‑on technical leader who ensures field teams meet DI’s standards for craftsmanship, efficiency, and safety.

Location: Northern Virginia Washington, D.C. Tech Corridor (Onsite Field Position)

Responsibilities

• Project Supervision & Quality Assurance: Lead, mentor, and manage installation teams (Field Technicians) onsite, ensuring all work adheres to project specifications, engineering drawings, and stringent industry standards (e.g., AVIXA, OSHA).
• Site Coordination & Logistics: Act as the primary technical interface with General Contractors and other trades. Coordinate schedules, manage material delivery, and oversee the safe handling and deployment of Audio Visual equipment essential for a large‑scale integration.
• System Installation & Commissioning: Execute and oversee the physical installation of all AV infrastructure, including cabling, rack building, equipment mounting, and trim‑out, ensuring readiness for engineering test and tune and final system commissioning.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate daily logs, report project progress, track labor hours, and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and site‑specific requirements.
• Mechanical Expertise: Apply mechanical, structural, and carpentry knowledge to ensure secure and aesthetically precise equipment mounting and system integration within client environments.
• Maintenance & Handover: Conduct initial system testing, troubleshoot complex field issues, and perform essential post‑installation punch list tasks to facilitate a seamless project handover.

Qualifications

• Proven Leadership: Demonstrated proficiency in supervisory skills, with the ability to effectively lead, motivate, and manage a field installation team.
• Technical & Mechanical Aptitude: Strong working knowledge of mechanical principles and carpentry techniques as applied to professional Audio‑Visual or Low Voltage systems installation.
• Equipment Operations: Experience operating and managing heavy equipment (e.g., lifts, scaffolding) safely and efficiently on construction sites.
• Security Clearance Eligibility: Must possess or be able to successfully obtain a security clearance, as required by our high‑security project portfolio (e.g., Government, Defense).
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with internal teams, external clients, and site management.
• Safety & Compliance: Strict adherence to project timelines and all relevant industry safety standards and regulations.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA, CTS) or prior experience in the technology integration, low‑voltage, or commercial construction industries is preferred.
• Additional technical training in electronics, networking, or audiovisual systems a plus.

Design & Integration offers a comprehensive benefit package including a competitive salary, health, dental, and a generous retirement plan. Qualified candidates interested in joining a challenging, growth‑oriented organization are encouraged to apply.

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