Construction Foreman

Position Summary

The Construction Foreman is responsible for overseeing daily construction site operations, managing crews, ensuring work is performed safely and efficiently, and maintaining quality control standards. The Foreman acts as the primary point of contact between field workers and management, coordinating labor, materials, and equipment to keep projects on schedule and within scope.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily work of crew members and subcontractors to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Plan and organize labor, materials, and equipment needs; ensure timely delivery and staging to maintain workflow.
• Enforce compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies; conduct daily safety meetings and job site inspections.
• Review work for compliance with blueprints and specifications; address issues promptly to ensure quality craftsmanship.
• Maintain daily logs, submit reports on labor hours, material usage, and site conditions; communicate updates to Project Manager.
• Read and understand construction drawings to guide team activities and verify proper installation of components.
• Identify and troubleshoot project-related challenges to avoid delays and maintain construction timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of construction experience; at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Prior residential or electrical construction experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in reading construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Familiarity with residential construction materials and methods.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of using construction technology (mobile apps, tablets, timesheet tools).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Walk, climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced field setting; frequently exposed to construction site conditions including dust, noise, and uneven terrain.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. We employ over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States.

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world.

We make homes come to life.

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
Competitive Pay
Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
Company Paid Time Off
Company Paid Life Insurance
Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: IES does not utilize external staffing/recruiting agencies. This decision reflects our strategic objectives and emphasizes our internal talent acquisition approach.

Unsolicited resumes and agency outreach to hiring managers, HR or staff may jeopardize future business opportunities and candidates will be deemed as individual (direct) applicants and no fees will be paid.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at ... or any IES office to request assistance.

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