Substation General Foreman

The GSW Substation General Foreman is responsible for the supervision, scheduling and coordination of all electrical substation field installation crews.

Company Overview

Established in 1977, Great Southwestern Construction, Inc. (Great Southwestern) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - has successfully completed hundreds of transmission, distribution, substation, live line, and clean energy projects nationwide. We are well positioned as a contractor of choice for providing transmission, distribution, and substation construction, telecommunication systems, maintenance, and emergency restoration services. Weutilizeourwell-established, long-standing reputation to create enduring relationships. We have built this reputation by meeting the needs of our clients and team members in a safe and innovative work atmosphere.

Our leadership team is second to none in providingsupportandopportunitiesfor growth, with over half of our senior management team having been promoted within the company. We believe in creating a balanced work-life environment built on our culture and values of safety, integrity, respect, and initiative. With industry leading benefits and compensation, weshowcasethe true value of our craft workers and truly put our People First. Are you ready to grow?

Essential Functions

• Manage and schedule multiple field crews and projects.
• Responsible for training and development of field crew and foreman.
• Build and maintain relationships with the customer, inspectors and other trades.
• Coordinate production and attend meetings with other trades and the general contractor to identify and resolve any conflicts.
• Work closely with foremen and field crews to ensure all installations meet quality and electrical code standards.
• Manage material and personnel requirements necessary to meet the project schedule and provides best course of action for construction methods.
• Ensure all on-site personnel comply with project procedures as well as safety program requirements and construction practices.
• May hold daily, weekly and/or monthly safety meetings.
• Document all violations, provide appropriate notification and recommend and/or implement correction actions as required.
• Responsible for efficient use of materials and equipment.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the electrical trades, Journeyman Electrician level or higher is required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a lead role within the electrical field required
• Must have experience in all aspects of low voltage to medium voltage commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.
• Experience working in field substation projects both brownfield and greenfield

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of Substation Electrician Apprenticeship

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to manage multiple field installation crews
• Strong understanding of electrical installations standards and codes as well as construction practices used for electrical construction
• Proficient in the development and implementation of company and contract procedures to include safety, compliance, and documentation of a project
• Certified in CPR, First Aid, OSHA 10
• Thorough knowledge of reading and interpreting plans, specifications and contract documents
• Proficiency with MS Project and MS Suite such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to travel as needed
• Strong work ethic, good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Medical, Basic Vision, Hearing, Regenexx, Teledoc, Mental Health(Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Supplemental vision available.
• Dental - 100% employer-paid premium.
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% company match up to 6%.
• Paid time off starting at 5 days annually plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday)

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., a MYR Group, Inc. company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.