Electrical General Foreman
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Installation Technician, Building Maintenance
Evergreen Innovation Group, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking an Electrical General Foreman to join their Richmond, VA team. The foreman will supervise and coordinate all work at a job site, leading a crew of electricians, apprentices, and laborers, and ensuring the project stays on budget, on schedule, and in full compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards.
SupervisoryResponsibilities
- Instruct and train workers to install electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
- Coordinate with all other crafts working on the job site to ensure smooth transitions.
- Read and interpret specifications, contract documents, and plans for projects.
- Study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
- Establish, adjust, and maintain work sequences to meet the construction schedule.
- Order, organize, and coordinate all project materials and equipment.
- Conduct quality‑control inspections on project sites.
- Analyze and quickly resolve any work problems in a timely manner.
- Maintain a clear understanding of the latest edition of the NEC.
- Support and embody the vision and mission of EIG, LLC.
- Lead by example—setting, monitoring, and enforcing safety standards (IFE) and exemplary quality of work.
Skills and Abilities
- Diagnose malfunctions in systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools, and take appropriate corrective action.
- Exhibit excellent listening, communication, and conflict‑resolution skills.
- Identify and resolve complex issues.
- Participate effectively in a team environment.
- Contribute to a culture of safety in a construction setting.
- Proficient computer skills are a plus.
- Strong desire to learn and grow as a field‑operations manager under the Superintendent’s supervision.
- Strong work ethic and a can‑do attitude.
- Experience with hand tools, small power tools, shop machines, and heavy equipment.
- Experience reading contract drawings and inspecting installation sites.
- Experience installing and mounting electronic controls, device panels, sensors, and components.
- Experience installing, assembling, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, conduit, and related equipment following drawings of electrical layouts and building plans.
- Experience testing electrical systems and verifying circuit continuity using testing devices.
- Pass a background check, including drug test.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Minimum of three (3) years as Foreman/Leadman in commercial construction.
- Minimum of seven (7) years as a Journeyman in installing electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures using blueprints, schematics, and sketches.
- Journeyman license preferred but not required.
- OSHA 30 preferred but not required.
- Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying.
- Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
- Exposure to varying temperatures and interior conditions.
- Some travel may be required.
DPR Construction is a forward‑thinking, self‑performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is an employee‑owned, privately held company that has grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar family of companies with offices worldwide.
Working at DPR offers the chance to explore unique paths, shape your future, and build opportunities together—by harnessing talents, enabling curiosity, and pursuing collective ambition. DPR has been recognized as a great place to work by U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company, and Newsweek. For other opportunities, visit
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