Electrical Foreman Jobs

Electrical Foreman jobs are open across commercial construction, industrial facilities, and residential development at every level from journeyman-promoted foreman to senior lead and general foreman, with specializations in low-voltage systems, high-voltage distribution, and project coordination. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerJSET Automated Technologies
Top cityRaleigh, NC
Work type100% On-site
Top industryMedia

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Electrical Foreman / Journeyman Electrician
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Electrical Foreman / Journeyman Electrician
PRONTO HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$37 - $55/hr
11-50

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Electrical Foreman (Multi-Family & Light Commercial Construction)
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Electrical Foreman (Multi-Family & Light Commercial Construction)
Tribute Companies Inc
Charlotte, North Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$25 - $30/hr
51-200

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Electrical Foreman (Multi-Family & Light Commercial Construction)
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Electrical Foreman (Multi-Family & Light Commercial Construction)
Tribute Companies Inc
Raleigh, North Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$25 - $30/hr
51-200

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Substation Foreman - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
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Substation Foreman - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
Orbital Engineering
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $160k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
201-500

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Lineman Foreman - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
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Lineman Foreman - Electrical Construction Coordinator - Eastern Pennsylvania
Orbital Engineering
Reading, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $160k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
201-500

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Electrical Foreman Job Market

Who's Hiring

JSET Automated Technologies4 open roles
Cianbro3 open roles
Tesla2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Media & Entertainment

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical foreman jobs.

  • Valid state journeyman or master electrician license required
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification strongly preferred or required
  • 5 or more years of commercial or industrial electrical field experience
  • Demonstrated experience supervising and scheduling electrical crews
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and schematics
  • Familiarity with National Electrical Code and local code amendments

Tips for Your Electrical Foreman Job Search

List your license tier explicitly

Many electrical foreman postings screen by license class before anything else. Put your journeyman or master electrician license number, issuing state, and expiration date in your resume header so hiring managers don't have to ask for it.

Quantify crew size and project scope

Foreman roles are about supervision as much as technical skill. Write exactly how many electricians you directed and the dollar value or square footage of projects you ran, not just that you 'led a crew.'

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists electrical foreman openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that match your code knowledge

Some employers operate under NEC, others follow local amendments or NFPA 70E for arc flash. When a posting mentions a specific code edition or safety standard, mirror that exact language in your resume and cover letter to clear keyword filters.

Prepare a short safety record summary

Interviewers for foreman roles almost always ask about OSHA compliance and incident history. Have your OSHA 30 completion date ready and be prepared to describe one specific corrective action you took on a job site.

Negotiate scope before accepting an offer

Electrical foreman compensation varies widely depending on whether the role includes estimating, materials procurement, or subcontractor coordination. Clarify those responsibilities in writing before you accept so the offer reflects the full scope you're taking on.

Electrical Foreman Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most electrical foremans?

JSET Automated Technologies, Cianbro, and Tesla are hiring the most electrical foremans right now, with openings concentrated in North Carolina, Colorado, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Electrical contractors working on large commercial builds and infrastructure projects tend to post the highest volume of foreman openings.

How many electrical foreman jobs are remote?

About 0% of electrical foreman openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-based nature of most foreman work. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are project coordination, estimating support, and materials scheduling rather than direct field supervision.

How do you become a electrical foreman?

Start by completing an apprenticeship through a union or non-union program and earning your journeyman electrician license. Build field experience across multiple project types, then take on lead electrician or crew-lead responsibilities to demonstrate supervision capability. Earning your OSHA 30 and completing any available foreman-readiness training through your employer or a trade association strengthens your case when you apply for a foreman title.

How do you get hired as an electrical foreman with little experience?

Focus on roles posted as 'working foreman' or 'lead electrician,' which typically require less supervisory background than a full foreman title. Highlight any informal crew-lead experience, even if it was unofficial, and emphasize your code knowledge and safety record. Smaller electrical contractors are more likely to promote from within and train foreman skills on the job than large commercial firms.

What does the electrical foreman interview process look like?

Most employers start with a phone screen to verify your license and experience level, then move to an in-person interview with a project manager or superintendent. Expect scenario-based questions about handling crew conflicts, managing material delays, and enforcing OSHA compliance. Some contractors include a brief site walk or blueprint review to assess your technical read of a project before making an offer.

Where can I find and apply to electrical foreman jobs?

You can find and apply to electrical foreman jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your license type, project specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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