Traveling Electrical Foreman

Description

This position, under the supervision of the Project Manager and/or Superintendent, is responsible for managing retail/commercial renovation projects from mobilization to completion, with emphasis on electrical work. The role combines hands-on installation and troubleshooting of electrical systems with the leadership skills necessary to manage crews, schedules, and subcontractor performance in live retail environments.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret contracts, job specifications, blueprints, and floor plans to ensure accuracy, compliance, safety, and quality throughout each phase of construction.
• Manage day-to-day operations of job sites, including supervising crews, scheduling, and coordinating subcontractors.
• Perform and oversee electrical installation, retrofits, troubleshooting, and repair of various systems at live retail/commercial construction sites.
• Work in main and subpanels, ensuring strict adherence to electrical code requirements.
• Inspect all installed electrical systems, diagnose issues, and perform corrective action when necessary.
• Manage and assist with general construction tasks, including cabinetry, countertops, flooring, painting, and other trades in addition to electrical work.
• Act as liaison between site workers and Superintendent, providing clear communication and proactive updates.
• Interface with local permitting authorities to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and submit weekly photo documentation and work-completed reports via company portal.
• Analyze, document, and report project issues that impact cost, scope, or quality, while recommending solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Train, lead, and support crew members to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality work.
• Supervise crews across multiple locations in a given night when required.
• Ensure projects remain on schedule and take initiative with fundamental scheduling changes to minimize cost and downtime.
• Responsible for final handoff, confirming all tasks are complete and correct.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Journeyman or Apprentice electrician designation required.
• Five (5) years of experience in a foreman or leadership role within construction trades, with preference for retail/commercial electrical environments.
• Hands-on experience with electrical troubleshooting, installation, and system repair in live retail settings.
• Must have a valid and clear driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Willing to travel 100% throughout the U.S. as directed by Project Manager.
• Must provide own basic tools for the duration of the project

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications for reporting and documentation.
• Strong ability to analyze electrical controls/systems and problem-solve effectively.
• Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to interface with customers, team members, and subcontractors.

Other Requirements:

• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Demonstrate safe and responsible use of all tools and equipment.
• Participate in all required training opportunities.
• Must be consistently present on job sites per project/program expectations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position works in an environment with moderate to high noise level. (Examples: hammering, drilling and basic construction noise within a confined area). Usual construction site environment with frequent walking, standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of hand tools. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as telephone. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to read and understand work instructions.

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.