General Foreman at Icon Electric
Job Description
Job Description
Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety at Kelso Industries and Icon Electric
We're not just offering a job, we're inviting you to be part of a team built on PARTNERSHIP, INNOVATION, EXCELLENCE, and SAFETY.
- PARTNERSHIP means we work together with trust, loyalty, and an owner mindset, always striving for win-win outcomes.
- INNOVATION drives us to think differently and create real value in everything we do.
- EXCELLENCE pushes us to set high expectations and deliver exceptional results.
- SAFETY is our foundation—both physical and psychological safety matter every single day.
If you're looking for a place where you can grow your career, be valued for who you are, and contribute to something meaningful, we'd love to have you on our team.
The Kelso Industries company is comprised of 26 (and growing) market-leading operating companies with over 2,600 employees that deliver unmatched HVAC, mechanical, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical solutions. We are actively building the nation's preferred technical service partnership for commercial MEP+ ecosystems, empowering industrial, commercial, and institutional clients—including Fortune 500 companies and other industry leaders across the United States—with reliable, innovative service.
Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com
Please note: We do not use agencies or third-party recruiters and do not accept unsolicited resumes from them.
About Us
Icon Electric is the 15th largest electrical contractor in the Greater Phoenix area. We are known for delivering iconic performance with a team of high-performing professionals driven to succeed.
We specialize in streamlining electrical system installations through innovation, precision, and a relentless commitment to quality and safety. From pre-construction planning to final execution, our team leads with communication, collaboration, and a results-driven mindset that keeps projects on time and on budget.
About This Role
We're looking for a skilled and motivated General Foreman to lead field operations on high-profile commercial and industrial projects. In this role, you'll be the go-to expert on-site—coordinating crews, managing schedules, and ensuring top-tier quality and safety standards are met every step of the way. You'll work closely with project managers, general contractors, and other trades to deliver complex electrical systems on time and within budget.
What You'll DoSafety:- Manages job site safety
- Responsible for mentoring safe working habits
- Schedules safety equipment
- Identifies upcoming high-risk activities
- Communicates with Safety Manager, PM, and Superintendent
- Manages the day-to-day operation of a job site
- Attends weekly GC coordination meetings
- Reviews construction schedule for upcoming activities and coordination issues
- Coordinates with other trades
- Fills out a 3-week look ahead based on the construction schedule
- Fills out detailed weekly plan
- Schedules resources including manpower, material, equipment, and subcontractors
- Orders material for the upcoming week
- Delegates work assignments to leadmen and journeymen
- Assists in layout and planning for electrical installation
- Mentors leadmen on planning techniques
- Tracks job site progress
- Relays production targets to the field staff
- Reviews job site progress and production targets with PM and Superintendent
- Walks the project daily for quality installation
- Creates issue logs daily for delegation to the crew
- Accountable for a quality installation
- Daily time recording
- Safety documentation, including weekly safety meetings, daily pre-task plans, and lock-out tag-out procedures
- Job planning documentation, such as 3-week and 1-week task plans
- Daily action items/issue logs
- GC coordination meeting minutes
- Rolling punch list
- Daily logs
- Information management (RFIs, drawings, changes, submittals, schedules, and as-builds)
- Documentation of all field-initiated change orders (with PM approval)
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent training
- Electrical apprenticeship or accredited electrical training program or equivalent work experience
- 8-10 years of experience in the electrical construction industry
- 2-4 years in a leadership role on electrical construction projects, managing 10-15 electricians
- OSHA 10 training is required
- Proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Knowledge of safe working procedures and OSHA requirements
- Familiarity with the National Electric Code requirements
- Advanced understanding of electrical materials, components, equipment, systems, layouts, and methods of installation
- Knowledge of construction sequence, scheduling, and trade interaction
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and written specifications
- Ability to communicate installation instructions effectively to electricians
- Capacity to mentor and train a team of electricians
- Ability to stay calm under pressure
What You'll Get
- Competitive wages
- Company vehicle and fuel card
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Bonus potential
- Growth opportunities
Why Join Us?
We're committed to attracting talented individuals who seek a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We proactively provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.
Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business.
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