Electrical Foreman, Data Center Operations

Z-Modular, LLC
Austin, TX, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Cloud Computing Data Centers Project Management Software Modular Design AI Infrastructure Enterprise Data Management Bluebeam Tablet Computers Redline Workday

Job description

Z Modular Power is seeking an experienced Data Center Electrical Foreman to lead electrical crews on some of the most advanced mission-critical construction projects in Texas.

In this role, you will be responsible for directing daily field operations, coordinating craft labor, maintaining production goals, and ensuring electrical installations are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project quality standards. You will play a critical leadership role in delivering hyperscale data centers, AI infrastructure, cloud computing facilities, and other high-performance electrical construction projects where precision, reliability, and schedule discipline are essential.

If you are a proven field leader who excels at motivating teams, driving productivity, and delivering quality work in fast-paced environments, we encourage you to apply., * Lead electrical crews in the safe installation, testing, correction, and turnover of mission-critical electrical systems.

  • Plan daily work activities and assign responsibilities to ensure efficient execution.
  • Establish clear production goals and monitor progress throughout the workday.
  • Verify crew qualifications and provide direction, coaching, and support to team members.
  • Train and mentor electricians and apprentices on installation methods, safety expectations, quality standards, and best practices.

Project Execution & Installation

  • Review drawings, one-line diagrams, specifications, equipment details, BIM layouts, and installation work packages with crews.
  • Supervise installation of: Conduit systems Cable tray systems Busway infrastructure Grounding and bonding systems Feeders and branch circuits Control wiring Switchgear Transformers Generators UPS systems Batteries PDUs and RPPs Electrical controls and associated equipment
  • Verify routing, clearances, dimensions, elevations, labeling, and installation requirements before work begins.
  • Support equipment setting, cable pulls, terminations, testing, startup, energization, and commissioning activities., * Conduct pre-task planning meetings, toolbox talks, stretch-and-flex activities, and job hazard analyses.
  • Enforce OSHA, NFPA 70E, LOTO, customer, and site-specific safety requirements.
  • Stop work immediately when unsafe conditions exist.
  • Perform first-work inspections, in-process quality checks, torque verification, labeling verification, and punch-list corrections.
  • Maintain focus on zero-defect installation standards and commissioning readiness.

Coordination & Documentation

  • Coordinate daily activities with other trades, vendors, quality personnel, commissioning teams, field engineers, and project leadership.
  • Monitor labor productivity, installed quantities, material usage, rework, and crew performance.
  • Maintain accurate: Daily reports Manpower records Inspection documentation Redline drawings Testing records Turnover checklists
  • Ensure required materials, tools, permits, inspections, and documentation are available before work begins.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of electrical construction experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in a Foreman, Lead Electrician, or comparable leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of: National Electrical Code (NEC) NFPA 70E OSHA regulations Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures Electrical safety and installation best practices
  • Ability to read and interpret: Electrical drawings One-line diagrams Specifications Equipment documentation Work packages BIM-generated layouts
  • Demonstrated ability to plan work, organize crews, coordinate inspections, track production, and complete project documentation.
  • Strong conduit installation, cable management, equipment installation, troubleshooting, and quality-control skills.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to travel throughout Texas and to other project locations as required.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, nights, and rotating schedules when project needs require., * Current Texas Journeyman Electrician License.
  • Experience working on: Hyperscale data centers AI infrastructure projects HPC facilities GPU-driven environments Colocation facilities Enterprise data centers Mission-critical electrical construction projects
  • Experience with: Medium-voltage infrastructure Switchgear and transformer installations Generator systems UPS systems Grounding systems Busway installations Commissioning and startup activities
  • Experience managing punch lists, turnover documentation, testing requirements, and customer acceptance processes.
  • Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft 365, tablets, electronic drawings, and digital field reporting tools.
  • Experience supporting modular construction, prefabricated electrical systems, skids, or repetitive installation programs., * Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in elevated or confined spaces.
  • Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to push and pull materials and equipment.
  • Repetitive use of hands, arms, and fingers.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility apparel, and task-specific protection.
  • Active field supervision and physical work are primary components of this position.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salaried compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Exposure to cutting-edge data center and AI infrastructure projects
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Safety-first work environment
  • Opportunities to build long-term careers with a growing organization

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed onsite at active data centers, industrial, modular fabrication, and mission-critical construction projects throughout Texas.

Work may be performed indoors or outdoors and may include exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and active construction operations. Employees may work near energized systems and critical infrastructure and must follow all safety, commissioning, security, and lockout/tagout requirements.

Regular travel throughout Texas and occasional travel to projects in other states is required. Full-time onsite attendance is an essential function of this role., Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

About the company

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play - all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies - 100% domestic manufacturers - with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more., We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

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