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General Electrical Foreman
Location: Leesburg, VA - Travel up to 50% (required)
About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.
Your Impact
As General Foreman – Field Operations, you oversee day-to-day field execution across installation services and electrical fit-out scopes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. Your leadership directly supports Accelevation’s ability to scale and deliver mission-critical infrastructure projects nationwide.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Location: Leesburg, VA - Travel up to 50% (required)
About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.
Your Impact
As General Foreman – Field Operations, you oversee day-to-day field execution across installation services and electrical fit-out scopes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. Your leadership directly supports Accelevation’s ability to scale and deliver mission-critical infrastructure projects nationwide.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate multiple Foremen and craft personnel across assigned project scopes.
- Execute project work plans in alignment with Superintendent direction, schedules, and execution strategy.
- Plan and manage daily and weekly manpower, task sequencing, and field productivity.
- Enforce safety practices, lead safety meetings, and support pre-task planning activities.
- Oversee QA/QC execution including inspections, punch list resolution, and corrective actions.
- Coordinate logistics such as material flow, equipment usage, and site access.
- Resolve field conflicts and support communication between field teams, project management, and subcontractors.
- Mentor and develop Foremen and craft personnel while supporting project setup, execution, and closeout.
Qualifications
- 8–12 years of experience in construction field operations or skilled trades.
- Proven experience as a Foreman or General Foreman managing multiple crews.
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction drawings, and specifications.
- Working knowledge of QA/QC processes and construction safety requirements.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with Superintendents, Engineers, and cross-functional teams.
- Data center or mission-critical project experience preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance bonus (if applicable).
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- First-time homebuyer program (based on compensation level).
- Collaborative, high-energy workplace.
Our Core Values
- Safety – We proactively protect our people and environment.
- Inclusion – We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
- Speed – We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile.
- Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes
- Judgment – We make sound decisions with the business in mind.
- Accountability – We take ownership and deliver results.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Employees must be able to hear, speak, and communicate effectively. Work occurs in data center environments with potential exposure to electrical hazards, noise, and varying temperatures. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, may be required.
Physical requirements include bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead. Employees must lift at least 50 lbs, perform overhead work for extended periods, climb and carry ladders up to 12 ft, navigate stairways, and work at heights up to 90 ft using ladders, scaffolds, or lifts.
Employees must access restricted areas (e.g., switchgear rooms, vaults, tunnels, crawl spaces), wear full PPE, have good vision and hearing (normal or corrected), and accurately identify colors. Some projects may lack food facilities, requiring employees to bring meals and snacks.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Job Application Notice
Accelevation LLC does not ask for payment or sensitive personal details during the job application process. If unsure about a job posting, apply directly at https://www.accelevation.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer