Nova Group Inc., a Quanta Services company, is an industry leading general engineering construction company with 45 plus years of experience worldwide. Nova specializes in hydrant fueling, waterfront, electrical and utility military construction projects for the Department of Defense (NAVFAC, USACE) and Department of Energy at various National Laboratories. Nova exceeds customer expectations through innovative construction, safety, quality and outstanding customer service.
Headquartered in Napa, CA, with regional offices in Rancho Bernardo, CA, Port Orchard, WA, Japan and project locations stretching across the US, as well as internationally, the opportunities are endless with Nova! Nova offers employees competitive health benefits, matching 401K contributions, career advancement opportunities, and endless training opportunities.
Primary Function
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Responsible for coordinating the site electrical construction schedule, execution plan, and managing electrical field personnel as required to successfully complete project on schedule and within budget.
Typical Duties
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Supervise craft workers assigned to area of responsibility, provide coordination between Project Superintendent, Quality Control and craft personnel to ensure construction complies with drawings and specifications.
Assist in planning work schedule, determining manpower levels, material quantities, equipment requirements, etc.
Ensure enough and correct material is onsite to perform the scheduled task.
Monitor work performance and productivity of craft personnel to ensure project rules, procedures, safety requirements, etc. are maintained.
Adhere to company safety policies and procedures, help to implement safe work habits and correct unsafe work activities and notify superintendent of any unsafe working conditions.
Work with Project Superintendent on identifying problems or issues with the construction documents in order to create Requests for Information (RFI's).
Manage progress and production through the use of daily job diaries and cost code reporting.
Complete craft personnel time cards to accurately reflect hours worked.
Complete and/or assist with crew evaluations.
Advise Project Superintendent and/or project management of potential problems, work interference, schedule difficulties, etc.; assist in circumventing/resolving such problems as required.
Maintain liaison with other departments, i.e., purchasing, engineering, etc. as required to support, construction schedule.
Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience
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Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Commercial/Industrial electrical foreman with voltages up to 15kV and trackable project history and increasing levels of responsibility.
Working knowledge of, and proficiency with the operation of standard electrical tools and equipment such as: conduit threaders, benders, hole punch, ohm meter, volt meter, Meggar testing, VLF testing, power tools and hand tools.
Working knowledge of, and proficiency with the operation of standard construction equipment including forklifts, trenchers, compactors, cable pullers/tuggers, etc.
Experience in underground distribution installation, rigid conduit installation, and electrical distribution equipment installation including Main Distribution Panels, Motor Control Centers and Transformers, Low Voltage, Control and Medium Voltage cable installation.
General Knowledge of NEC code and requirements.
Demonstrate the ability to read, understand and interpret prints, plans and specifications.
Current Electrician's license/Journeyman Card.
OSHA training 10 hour/30 hour preferred.
Working knowledge of various construction disciplines, cost control, scheduling, safety regulations, engineering drawings and other documents required.
Ability to supervise and evaluate craft performance is essential.
Additional company training and career courses may be required.
Willingness to travel preferred.
Must be able to pass background requirements and drug screenings.
Physical Demands
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Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site in all types of weather.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
Salary Range:
$120,000 – $150,000