Project Supervisor

Southwest Industrial Electric; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Southwest Industrial Electric in Los Angeles, CA, seeks an experienced Electrical Foreman/Project Supervisor to lead diverse commercial and industrial projects. You will oversee preparation, scheduling, and onsite supervision, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity across multiple crews.

The role requires strong planning, problem-solving, and communication skills, with travel to project sites as needed. In-office with field work and a focus on delivering projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of professional electrical experience, preferably in commercial/industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations, troubleshooting, and industry-standard practices.
• Previous experience as Electrical Foreman, Project Supervisor, Project Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and coordinate several field teams simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of electrical plans, specifications, and project scopes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple commercial and industrial electrical projects from preparation through completion.
• Review project scopes, identify obstacles, and ensure jobs are properly prepared before work begins.
• Assign foremen and job leads and ensure they understand responsibilities and project requirements.
• Monitor project progress daily to meet schedule, quality, and safety standards.
• Coordinate project scheduling, engineering, permitting, and other operational needs.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to foremen and field electricians.
• Identify and resolve project problems quickly to minimize delays and maintain productivity.
• Step in to provide direct field supervision or technical assistance when necessary.
• Maintain clear communication with Production Management regarding project status and needs.
• Respond effectively to unexpected issues and emergencies.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of project reporting and documentation.
• Promote professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and safe work practices.

Skills

Electrical supervision

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Excel & Outlook

Communication skills

Education

California Journeyman Electrician Certification

Tools

SimPro

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple commercial and industrial electrical projects from preparation through completion.
• Review project scopes, identify potential obstacles, and ensure jobs are properly prepared before work begins.
• Assign qualified foremen and job leads to projects and ensure they understand their responsibilities and project requirements.
• Monitor project progress daily, ensuring work remains on schedule and meets company quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate project scheduling, engineering, permitting, and other operational requirements.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to foremen and field electricians.
• Identify and resolve project problems quickly to minimize delays and maintain productivity.
• Step in to provide direct field supervision or technical assistance when necessary.
• Maintain clear communication with Production Management regarding project status, challenges, and operational needs.
• Respond effectively to unexpected project issues and emergency situations.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of required project reporting and documentation.
• Promote professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and safe work practices across assigned projects.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Minimum of 6 years of professional electrical experience, preferably in commercial and industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations, troubleshooting, and industry-standard practices.
• Previous experience as an Electrical Foreman, Project Supervisor, Project Manager, or similar field leadership position.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and coordinate several field teams simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of electrical plans, specifications, and project scopes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use project management software, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of an experienced electrician when necessary.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including occasional weekends, based on project requirements.
• Ability to travel occasionally to out-of-town project locations.

Preferred:

• California Journeyman Electrician Certification.
• OSHA safety training or additional electrical safety certifications.
• Experience with Simpro or similar electrical project management software.
• Demonstrated experience training, supervising, and developing electrical field personnel.

What We're Looking For

Beyond technical experience, we are looking for someone who is dependable, approachable, organized, and capable of leading by example. The successful candidate will be comfortable communicating with employees at all levels, managing competing priorities, and identifying solutions before small problems become major obstacles. This position requires someone who can maintain a clear understanding of several active projects while ensuring the foremen and electricians responsible for those projects have the direction and support they need to succeed.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Job Type: Full-time / In-office, In-field

• Employment: Full-time.
• Location: Los Angeles, CA, in office with travel to various project locations.
• Schedule: Monday - Saturday.