General Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Function as a General Foreman for Bergelectric Corp.; managing the labor, materials, and production for electrical construction projects. Provide technical expertise in installing and troubleshooting electrical wiring and equipment. Work cooperatively with the general contractor and / or customer in managing the project, project schedule and employees. Monitor installations and ensure work is performed according to Bergelectric Corp. standards and project specifications. This is considered to be a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervision of all field production activities; Aid the Foreman in planning the job, ordering materials and workforce.
• Work with appropriate Project Managers and Superintendents to establish project goals at the project's beginning and monitor success in reaching those objectives on an ongoing basis.
• Review and monitor labor efficiencies, hours, and ratios. Project the labor needs for the duration of the project. Maintain the project schedule and update weekly.
• Monitor codes and specifications, installation methods.
• Prepare, review, distribute and / or maintain all required installation documentation.
• Provide leadership and guidance to sub-Foremen.
• Work with the appropriate Project Managers and Superintendents to track and monitor material costs, storage, consumed and ordered to identify potential problems while minimizing cost and overruns to Bergelectric Corp.
• Achieve Bergelectric Corp. productivity objectives by effectively managing and assigning tasks to crew members, while accurately maintaining the project labor tracking report. Communicating labor tracking status with other key project personnel.
• Utilize a proactive approach to anticipate and resolve potential issues.
• Ensure the proper safety equipment, materials and tools are onsite to perform the required work.
• Maintain complete and accurate “as-builts” as per Bergelectric Corp. procedures and project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals including project owners, architects, general contractors, management, crew members, etc.
• Adhere to project contract document changes and Bergelectric Corp. change order notice-to-proceed policies.
• Adhere to all Bergelectric Corp., state and federal safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure all work performed meets with NEC, federal, state, county, local codes, and contract documents.
• Provide leadership in fostering a teamwork environment in all aspects of job responsibilities.
• Monitor and focus on employee / crew morale to ensure positive outcomes of all situations.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures included in the Bergelectric Corp. Employee Handbook.

Qualifications