About the role
Seeking a Commercial Electrical Foreman / Project Superintendent to join the team in the Baton Rouge, LA area. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced commercial electrical professional who can lead field operations on complex projects while helping drive productivity, safety, and successful project delivery across a growing backlog of work.
What You'll Do as the Commercial Electrical Foreman / Project Superintendent:
- Lead day-to-day field operations on commercial electrical construction projects - Manage and direct electrical crews, subcontractors, and workflow activities - Coordinate manpower planning, production schedules, and project execution - Oversee installation of feeders, branch systems, underground rough-in, lighting, devices, equipment, and specialty systems - Maintain project schedules while ensuring quality workmanship and jobsite safety - Conduct safety meetings and enforce OSHA compliance standards - Review project drawings, specifications, and installation requirements - Track project progress through daily logs and production reporting - Coordinate closely with Project Managers, General Contractors, and field leadership - Assist with material planning, procurement coordination, and short-term scheduling - Mentor apprentices, helpers, and junior electricians in the field - Support safe, profitable, and efficient project completion from start to finish
Must-Haves as the Commercial Electrical Foreman / Project Superintendent:
- 5+ years of commercial electrical construction leadership experience - Proven experience leading crews and managing commercial electrical projects independently - Strong understanding of commercial electrical systems, installations, and field operations - Experience coordinating manpower, schedules, and production activities - Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and electrical plans - Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills - Stable work history with a long-term career mindset - Valid driver's license
Nice-to-Haves as the Commercial Electrical Foreman / Project Superintendent:
- Experience on healthcare, institutional, higher education, manufacturing, or large commercial projects - OSHA and electrical safety training certifications - NFPA 70E Arc Flash Training - NCCER Electrical Certification - EWP and Forklift Certifications - First Aid / CPR / AED Training - Experience managing projects valued at $2M-$10M+
Offers:
- $35-$45/hr base pay depending on experience - Overtime opportunities based on project workload - Annual performance bonus program - Company vehicle or vehicle allowance - Fuel card provided - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance - Short-term and long-term disability coverage - PTO and paid holidays - Strong long-term advancement opportunities into senior leadership roles - Stable backlog of large commercial projects - Family-oriented culture with strong employee retention - Primarily local work within the Baton Rouge region
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