Traveling Electrical Foreman — High-Earning Field Lead

Gilder Search Group; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 219,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily per diem

Housing provided

Company truck

Guaranteed 40 hours + OT

Job summary

Gilder Search Group seeks a Traveling Electrical General Foreman to lead field crews on a major commercial project. This W2 role offers guaranteed 40 hours plus overtime, daily per diem, housing, and a company truck to support travel.

You will supervise electrical crews, read blueprints, coordinate with PMs/GCs, ensure safety and code compliance, and drive production across multiple crews on site. Earnings potential includes ~ $5,000 per week, with annualized range before per diem.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Electrical Foreman or General Foreman in field supervision.
• Experience coordinating multiple electrical crews and manpower.
• Strong knowledge of NEC codes, electrical systems, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily work of electrical crews and subcontractors on the job site
• Manage multiple crews, manpower, workflow, and field priorities
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and project plans
• Monitor project progress, schedules, manpower requirements, and field production
• Coordinate with Project Managers and General Contractors to keep work moving and address field needs
• Communicate material needs, workforce requirements, project status, and potential challenges
• Provide technical direction to Foremen, Journeyman Electricians, and Electrical Apprentices
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and resolve field challenges
• Maintain quality control and electrical code compliance throughout installation
• Enforce OSHA requirements and company safety procedures
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety meetings, and field training
• Hold your crews accountable for quality, safety, production, and schedule

Skills

Electrical Foreman

General Foreman

Field supervision

Crew management

NEC codes

Safety compliance

Job description

Gilder Search Group seeks a Traveling Electrical General Foreman to lead field crews on a major commercial project. This W2 role offers guaranteed 40 hours plus overtime, daily per diem, housing, and a company truck to support travel.

You will supervise electrical crews, read blueprints, coordinate with PMs/GCs, ensure safety and code compliance, and drive production across multiple crews on site. Earnings potential includes ~ $5,000 per week, with annualized range before per diem.