Lead Electrical Foreman - Rhode Island

Must hold a valid Rhode Island Journeyman Electrician's License

• Must have OSHA-30 certification or be willing to obtain before starting date.
• Supports and can facilitate the company's policies on the job site.
• Exhibit professional appearance and conduct while performing assigned duties.
• Communicate with contractors, clients, other tradesmen, inspectors and vendors as necessary to maintain & grow customer relations.
• Works with the start time provided by the general contractor.
• Positive attitude and motivated to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to delegate tasks and communicate them clearly on the job to the team.
• Though tasks may be delegated, it is the Foreman's responsibility that all tasks are completed neatly, are code-compliant, and in conformance with the project plans and specs.
• Supervises 5-15 workers. Including Journeymen and Apprentices.
• A Foreman is considered a mainly working foreman (with tools).
• Willingness to comply with all company safety guidelines, OSHA regulations and local codes.
• Able to lead by example, with a positive attitude and patience, in a team atmosphere.
• Mentor/coach/train electrical apprentices, and licensed team members.
• Knows and understands the scope of work within our contract.
• Is responsible for quality control on the project.

SAFETY

• Is responsible for enforcing & abiding by the company safety policies which includes, participating in weekly safety toolbox talks.
• Participate in required company safety training.
• Reports all safety concerns to the project manager and general foreman.
• Will do JHAs as necessary for the project.

PREFAB

• Must review job at the kickoff meeting with Project Manager and Prefab manager.
• Must participate in prefab planning discussions and planning throughout the project.

PLANNING AND SCHEDULING

• Keeps a clean and well-organized job site.
• Keeps a daily log of job progress.
• Work with the project manager to develop a project schedule in conjunction with the general contractor's project schedule.
• Maintain a 3-week look ahead that can be shared with the customer.
• Keeps submittals & drawings organized and readily available on the job site.
• Keeps up to date As-Builts readily available on the job site.
• Does a bulk buy material take off for each phase of the project and reviews with the project manager and purchasing manager.
• Willing to use current technology. (iPad, Laptops, Company Phone and Email, Software, Apps)
• Works with the project manager to provide information for invoices and labor/material forecasting.
• Participate in regular weekly project meetings.
• Creates and closes out their own punch list near the completion of the project.
• Will produce written shutdown workplans.
• Generates RFI's as necessary and sends them to the internal project team for review and submission to the client.
• Follows up with purchaser to ensure returns are picked up from the job site.
• Sends material orders that are accurate and complete and within the time requirements set forth by the purchasing manager.

TIMECARDS

• Submits weekly time sheets for all employees on the project in each week.
• Timecards must be submitted by Friday of each pay week.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to handle a workload of up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in all elements such as cold, rain, snow, heat, etc.
• Continuous walking, standing, climbing, balancing, crouching, pulling, reaching and stooping is required.
• Must be able to perform work at various heights and be comfortable working from ladders, lifts, scaffolds, etc.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Full-time, non-exempt position.
• Minimum 40 hours per week.

Supervisor Responsibility

• Responsible for leading/managing Journeyman Electricians, Apprentices and/or Co-op students based on scope for work to be completed.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school or GED required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.

Workplace Environment

Environmental & Working Conditions: This position works primarily in a construction space that may be exposed to all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow). The Foreman will work with staff, customers/general contractors and vendors.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (If applicable)

Must pass a background check performed on all employees at time of employment and periodically during employment.

AAP/EEO Statement

Nardone Electrical Corporation (NEC) is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee of NEC is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, marital status, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or other legally protected status in its employment pursuant to state and federal laws.

Other Duties

Duties, responsibilities, and activities will change from time to time to meet the needs of the department, our company and our customers. Employees are expected to perform duties as assigned, even if they fall outside this job description.

Join us as a Lead Electrical Foreman to lead impactful projects that shape the future of electrical infrastructure! Bring your expertise in construction management and leadership to ensure every project exceeds expectations while maintaining the highest safety standards.