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Evolved Lighting & Energy • Columbus, OH, US
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Project Foreman

Evolved Lighting & Energy is a fast-growing electrical contracting company specializing in lighting retrofits, lighting controls, low-voltage energy upgrades, and EV charger installations. We modernize facilities through smarter, more efficient electrical systems and we do it with a team grounded in our values : Quality, Inner Fire, Collaboration, Versatility, and Positive Charge. We are looking for a Project Foreman who has deep installation expertise, strong leadership instincts, and a passion for developing the next generation of electricians and crew leads. This role is central to the success of our field operations.

As a Project Foreman, you will lead 23 Crew Leads and their field teams across commercial lighting, controls, and energy retrofit projects. You will be responsible for jobsite setup, training and developing apprentices and electricians, enforcing safety, coordinating with project managers, and ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to Evolved LE's standards of craftsmanship. This position is hands-on, leadership-heavy, and critical to our field structure. You will be the on-site driver of safety, quality, productivity, and communication.

Jobsite Setup & Execution

  • Set up and prepare job sites, review drawings, and plan work sequences
  • Coordinate lifts, trailers, materials, tooling, carts, and equipment
  • Establish safety zones, signage, staging layouts, and organizational systems
  • Conduct kickoff meetings with crew leads and installers
  • Maintain accurate field documentation

Field Training & Crew Development

  • Train apprentices and electricians in correct installation practices
  • Demonstrate code-compliant wiring, retrofits, sensor installation, and control hardware
  • Coach crew members daily and reinforce productivity benchmarks
  • Help identify and develop future Crew Leads and high-potential apprentices
  • Promote cross-training and skill-building across crews
  • Safety Enforcement

  • Lead daily safety meetings and toolbox talks
  • Enforce PPE, Lockout / Tagout, JSA completion, and hazard mitigation
  • Correct unsafe behaviors immediately
  • Report incidents, near misses, and hazards promptly
  • Ensure NEC, OSHA, and internal safety standards are followed
  • Communication & Coordination

  • Serve as the primary on-site contact for project managers and field managers
  • Coordinate with GCs, subcontractors, inspectors, and building personnel
  • Provide daily updates on progress, manpower needs, issues, and material requirements
  • Escalate challenges quickly with proposed solutions
  • Maintain strong documentation habits
  • Leadership & Accountability

  • Lead crews with professional presence and consistency
  • Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable
  • Resolve on-site personnel issues and maintain team morale
  • Uphold and model Evolved LE's core values
  • Ensure high-quality workmanship and complete final quality checks
  • Who You Are

  • A hands-on expert in commercial electrical work with strong leadership instincts
  • Confident managing multiple crews and teaching installation methods
  • Organized, proactive, and motivated to keep jobs safe, clean, and on schedule
  • A problem-solver who stays composed and solution-oriented under pressure
  • Someone who sets the tone for professionalism, teamwork, and quality every day
  • You are responsive and dependable if a crew leader, PM, or executive reaches out after hours with an urgent issue, you return the call or text within 30 minutes unless you are on PTO or a scheduled holiday.
  • You lead from the front. You teach. You hold a high standard. You represent Evolved LE in how you work and how you treat people.

    Qualifications

    Required

  • 5+ years commercial electrical, lighting, or controls installation experience
  • 3+ years leadership experience (Crew Lead, Working Foreman, Lead Electrician)
  • Experience training apprentices or electricians
  • Full competency in wiring, conduit, disconnects, panels, drivers, relays, sensors, controls hardware
  • Experience running lighting / retrofit / controls projects from start to finish
  • Strong blueprint / schematic reading skills
  • Strong NEC code understanding
  • Skilled troubleshooting ability (electrical + controls)
  • Lift certifications (scissor, boom, forklift)
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace
  • Valid driver's license; reliable transportation
  • Non-smoking (smoke-free work environment)
  • Preferred

  • IEC Journeyman Certification
  • Experience with project management or field-tracking software (Acumatica, Procore, etc.)
  • Schedule & Workload

  • Full-time, hourly (4050 hrs / week)
  • Flexibility for 1st-3rd shift depending on project needs
  • Primarily in-state travel (occasional short trips to nearby states)
  • Field environments include lifts, ladders, PPE, and electrical equipment
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • $35$55 per hour (based on experience)
  • Company vehicle
  • Phone allowance
  • Paid travel, lodging, and per diem when applicable
  • 3 weeks PTO + 9 paid holidays (once eligible)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Simple IRA with company match
  • Professional development and advancement opportunities
  • This position is currently hourly; however, a transition to a salaried structure may be considered in the future as the company continues to grow and as the role expands in scope and leadership responsibility.
  • Why You'll Love Working Here

    At Evolved Lighting & Energy, you're not just supervising crews you're shaping the next generation of leaders and ensuring that each project reflects the quality and pride our company is known for. You'll work with a team that values trust, communication, craftsmanship, and ownership. You'll make a measurable impact on every project you touch.

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