Our client is a rapidly growing, highly respected electrical contractor in Southern California that is winning high-profile commercial and industrial projects across the region. They have built their reputation on execution, accountability, and field leadership—and they are looking for a proven Electrical Foreman who takes pride in running jobs, leading strong crews, and delivering results.
This is not a “babysitting” role. This is for a hands-on leader who owns their job site, drives production, and sets the tone for performance, safety, and quality.
Duties & Responsibilities
Take full ownership of job site execution from rough-in through final completion
Lead, motivate, and hold accountable field crews to meet aggressive production goals
Break down drawings and specs into actionable work plans for crews
Drive the schedule—identify bottlenecks early and keep the project moving forward
Coordinate directly with Project Managers, GCs, and other trades to eliminate downtime and conflicts
Enforce job site safety with zero tolerance for shortcuts or non-compliance
Ensure all installations meet or exceed code, quality standards, and inspection requirements
Manage manpower planning, material flow, and tool utilization to maximize efficiency
Solve problems in real time—field conditions, design gaps, manpower challenges, etc.
Train and develop apprentices and journeymen; build a strong, reliable crew
Maintain clear and consistent communication with leadership on progress, risks, and needs
Keep jobs clean, organized, and inspection-ready at all times
Qualifications & Requirements
5+ years of experience in commercial and/or industrial electrical construction, with proven Foreman-level leadership
Track record of successfully running projects and delivering them on time
Deep understanding of electrical systems, installations, and job site sequencing
Strong ability to read plans, anticipate issues, and execute without constant oversight
Solid working knowledge of NEC and local codes
Demonstrated ability to lead crews, command respect, and drive productivity
Experience working on fast-paced projects with demanding schedules
OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
Valid driver’s license and ability to reliably get to job sites
Must be dependable, accountable, and take pride in your work
What Sets This Role Apart
High-visibility projects with a steady pipeline of work
Leadership that respects and supports strong Foremen
Opportunity to run meaningful jobs—not just be another number
A company culture built around performance, trust, and execution
Numbers & Facts
Location
Irvine, CA
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
National Electrical Codeunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Project Planningunmatched
Project Scheduleunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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