Traveling Construction EV Foreman

Owl Services LLC; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Paid Holidays

Flexible Time Off

401(k) Company Match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA

Disability & Occupational Accident Ins

Company-Paid Life Insurance Policy

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

World-class paid training program

Job summary

OWL Services LLC in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Traveling Foreman to supervise crews, ensure safety, and drive project timelines across the US. The role emphasizes leadership, field coordination, and adherence to specifications on construction sites, with travel up to 85% and per-diem coverage.

The ideal candidate has 3 years of foreman experience, blueprint literacy, and a valid driver’s license, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to manage diverse crews and environmental

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience as a construction foreman.
• Willing to travel across the US up to 85% of the time.
• Experience with electrical or civil construction is preferred.
• Able read/understand blueprints.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Possess basic computer skills including Word & email.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, and driving.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand blueprints and build to specification instructions with precision and quality.
• Ensure job is coordinated from start to finish to maximize efficiency and safety.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and keep them on task.
• Perform general construction tasks with a focus on concrete and electrical work.
• Safely operate and maneuver equipment and job site trailers.
• Provide detailed and accurate reporting of daily duties performed.
• Perform restoration of areas where work has been performed (leveling, seed, and straw).
• Maintain a clean and safe jobsite.
• Coordinate with local inspectors and Utility companies to execute the full scope of work.

Skills

Team leadership

Verbal & written communication

Critical thinking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

Who We Are

OWL Services is the premier sales, installation, program management and service provider to retail, commercial, fleet, aviation and marine, and emergency power generation companies across the U.S.

OWL Services is the premier sales, installation, program management and service provider to retail, commercial, fleet, aviation and marine, and emergency power generation companies across the U.S. With 33 offices and distribution centers and more than 1,400 field service professionals, OWL delivers on a service platform that includes construction, compliance and testing, maintenance and repair, modernization and re-imaging, and EV charging solutions to keep businesses and people moving 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. OWL Services' companies have received numerous awards over the years for exemplary customer service. Most recently it was the recipient of EVgo's Deployment Excellence Award in its first-ever class of awardees in the National EV Charging Recognition Program.

Come join us! For more information visit OWLServices.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

The Role

We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Traveling Foreman to join our team. The Foreman is responsible for supervising and leading a team of workers, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing project timelines. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals. This is an opportunity for a long-term position and to join a growing company.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand blueprints and sketches and build to specification instructions with precision and quality
• Ensure job is coordinated from start to finish to maximize efficiency and safety
• Coordinate with subcontractors and keep them on task
• Perform general construction tasks with a focus on concrete and electrical work
• Safely operate and maneuver equipment and job site trailers
• Provide detailed and accurate reporting of daily duties performed
• Perform restoration of areas where work has been performed (leveling, seed, and straw)
• Maintain a clean and safe jobsite
• Coordinate with local inspectors and Utility companies to execute the full scope of work

Requirements and Skills

• Must be willing to travel across the US up to 85% of the time (generally travel for 3-4 weeks and then a paid week at home). Company pays per-diem, lodging and travel.
• 3 years' experience as a construction foreman
• Experience with electrical or civil construction is preferred
• Able read/understand blueprints
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Possess basic computer skills including Word & email
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional critical thinking skills
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, and driving
• Must endure regular exposure to all weather conditions, including hot, cold, humid and rainy during all seasons throughout the year
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels on sites of projects being managed or coordinated
• Must wear common protective safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats and high visible vest when working on-site

Compensation and Benefits

• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Time Off
• 401(k) Company Match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA
• Disability & Occupational Accident Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• World-class paid training program for you to learn the skills for long term career success.