Foreman - Mission Critical Data Center

Enterprise Electrical is seeking a qualified Electrical Foreman to oversee field crews on a prestigious Mission Critical Data Center project in San Antonio, TX. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our field teams perform their tasks safely, efficiently, and meet the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 7 years of experience in mission critical / data center projects. As a Foreman, you will be responsible for coordinating daily activities, supervising apprentices and journeymen, enforcing safety regulations, and ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
Standard Schedule: 6/10s
Hourly Pay: $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
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
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)

Work arrangement
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