Lighting & Controls Foreman

Norfolk, VA April 7, 2026 Full Time

Lighting & Controls Foreman

Location: On-site
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lighting & Controls Foreman to oversee field operations on commercial electrical and lighting control projects. This position will lead installation efforts from early-stage rough-in through final system startup and commissioning.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong electrical background, the ability to manage crews, and coordination with project teams to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily jobsite activities for electrical and lighting controls installations
  • Coordinate labor, materials, and project sequencing to maintain schedules
  • Supervise installation of lighting fixtures, control systems, and power distribution components
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and control schematics
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with NEC and project standards
  • Support system startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including redlines and punch lists
  • Train, mentor, and oversee field personnel
  • Enforce safety protocols and promote best practices on-site

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of commercial electrical construction experience
  • Prior experience leading crews or working in a foreman/lead capacity
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems, including 120V–277V
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams
  • Exposure to or interest in lighting control systems
  • Journeyman Electrician license preferred; Master license is a plus
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with lighting control systems (0-10V, DALI, DMX, PoE)
  • Familiarity with networked systems or building automation (BAS)
  • Background working on retrofit or renovation projects
  • Experience with commissioning and system troubleshooting
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Lighting & Controls Foreman

Location: On-site
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lighting & Controls Foreman to oversee field operations on commercial electrical and lighting control projects. This position will lead installation efforts from early-stage rough-in through final system startup and commissioning.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong electrical background, the ability to manage crews, and coordination with project teams to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily jobsite activities for electrical and lighting controls installations
  • Coordinate labor, materials, and project sequencing to maintain schedules
  • Supervise installation of lighting fixtures, control systems, and power distribution components
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and control schematics
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with NEC and project standards
  • Support system startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including redlines and punch lists
  • Train, mentor, and oversee field personnel
  • Enforce safety protocols and promote best practices on-site

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of commercial electrical construction experience
  • Prior experience leading crews or working in a foreman/lead capacity
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems, including 120V–277V
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams
  • Exposure to or interest in lighting control systems
  • Journeyman Electrician license preferred; Master license is a plus
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with lighting control systems (0-10V, DALI, DMX, PoE)
  • Familiarity with networked systems or building automation (BAS)
  • Background working on retrofit or renovation projects
  • Experience with commissioning and system troubleshooting
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