Site Foreman - Mission Critical Data Center TX

Enterprise Electrical is looking for a skilled Electrical Foreman to manage field teams on a Mission Critical Data Center project based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This position plays a vital role in guaranteeing that our field crews perform their work safely, efficiently, and according to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess at least 7 years of experience in commercial electrical construction, with a proven history of leading teams on mission critical / data center projects. As a Foreman, your responsibilities will include coordinating daily operations, supervising apprentices and journeymen, enforcing safety protocols, and ensuring adherence to all codes, drawings, and specifications.

Standard Schedule: 5/10s + 1/8 (5 days at 10 hours and 1 day at 8 hours each week)

Hourly Rate: $52 - $55 per hour

Project Duration: 1 year+ with additional steady work.

Daily Per Diem: $150 (Paid daily, 7 days a week)

Retention Bonus: An additional $5.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Field Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise and lead journeymen, apprentices, and helpers on active data center projects

• Assign daily work, manpower, and priorities based on schedule and project needs

• Enforce productivity, workmanship, and safety expectations across crews

• Mentor and develop field personnel, ensuring proper task execution and growth

• Data Center / Mission-Critical Execution

• Oversee installation of electrical systems including:

• Power distribution

• Switchgear, transformers, UPS, and PDUs

• Conduit and cable tray systems

• Grounding and bonding for mission-critical environments

• Coordinate work in electrical rooms, data halls, and support spaces

• Maintain cleanliness and compliance in sensitive data center areas (white space / gray space)

• Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and company safety policies at all times

• Lead daily JHAs, toolbox talks, and site safety planning

• Stop unsafe work and correct hazards immediately

• Ensure lockout/tagout and energized work procedures are followed

• Planning, Coordination & Reporting

• Read and interpret drawings, one-lines, specs, and schedules

• Coordinate with superintendents, project managers, QA/QC, safety, and other trades

• Track daily manpower, production, and material usage

• Communicate constraints, delays, or scope changes proactively

• Quality Control

• Ensure installations meet drawings, specifications, and inspection standards

• Support inspections, testing, and commissioning activities Address rework, punch list items, and corrective actions promptly

Requirements

• State Journeyman or Master Electrician License (required where applicable)

• OSHA 30 preferred (OSHA 10 minimum)

• NFPA 70E certification preferred

• Valid driver’s license

• High school diploma or GED required

• State-recognized electrical apprenticeship completion preferred

• 6+ years of commercial electrical experience required

• 2+ years in a foreman or lead role preferred

• Prior data center or mission-critical project experience strongly preferred

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of NEC and commercial electrical codes

• Proven leadership and crew management ability

• Ability to plan work, sequence tasks, and manage manpower efficiently

• Experience with large-scale power distribution and electrical rooms

• Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working extended hours, nights, or weekends as project demands

• Tools, Equipment, & Systems

• Hand and power tools

• Conduit benders and installation equipment

• Electrical testing equipment

• Lifts, ladders, and scaffolding

• PPE including arc-flash gear

• Field documentation tools (daily reports, schedules, drawings)

• Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Active construction sites and data center environments

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs

• Exposure to electrical hazards, noise, dust, and varying temperatures

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors depending on project phase

Benefits

• Full-time position available
• Per diem opportunities
• Sign-on bonus opportunity
• A collaborative and supportive work culture
• 401k plan accessible after 90 days of employment
• Retention bonuses provided
• Paid Time Off (PTO) totaling 8.5 days available after 90 days of employment
• Immediate access to 2 Sick Days
• 8.5 paid holidays granted per year, effective immediately
• Opportunities for career progression and training
• Comprehensive health insurance covering Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life insurance options, including Basic, Voluntary, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)