Electrical Project Manager

HireLoft Recruitment is partnering with a well-established Canadian construction company to hire an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Superintendent for a major infrastructure project in the Ottawa region.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected Canadian builder delivering large-scale infrastructure, civil and industrial projects across the country. They are known for a strong safety culture, high quality standards, and a genuine commitment to developing their people.

The Opportunity

This is a senior field leadership role responsible for the electrical scope on a large infrastructure project. You will take ownership of project delivery from planning through to closeout, lead site teams and crews, and play a key role in the overall success, safety and profitability of the project. Our client is open to candidates at either the Project Manager or Superintendent level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical scope of work on a large infrastructure project
• Build and lead a high-performing project team including superintendents, forepersons, coordinators and electrical crews
• Manage project schedules, cost codes and budgets, and be accountable for meeting or beating targets
• Review estimates and identify opportunities to improve project margins
• Generate and review RFIs, manage change orders and price extra work
• Serve as the key point of contact for electrical submittals and ensure contract compliance
• Oversee the equipment control log and review O&M manuals
• Attend factory acceptance tests (FATs) and ensure equipment deficiencies are resolved prior to shipment
• Review contract documents against quotations and bills of materials to identify scope gaps
• Manage relationships with owners, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and vendors
• Administer the terms of the collective agreement and lead a unionized workforce
• Prepare and approve timesheets, provide performance feedback, and coach team members
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental policies and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Support commissioning, quality control, substantial completion, closeout and warranty processes
• Document lessons learned and drive continuous improvement across projects

What You Bring

• 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician certification (required)
• 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Project Manager or Electrical Superintendent on heavy, industrial or civil construction projects
• Hands-on experience with high voltage installation (required)
• Experience on water or wastewater treatment plant projects is a strong asset
• Experience working on unionized sites and administering collective agreements
• Solid understanding of mechanical and civil trades in addition to electrical
• Experience with commissioning, automation and project closeout is an asset
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, cost control, planning and reading engineering drawings
• Construction-related degree or diploma, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience
• PMP or other project management certification is an asset
• Valid WHMIS, Elevated Work Platform and Fall Arrest certificates
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and construction management tools

What's On Offer

• Base salary of $130,000 to $150,000, plus annual increases and discretionary bonus
• Company truck and fuel card, or a $900 monthly vehicle allowance plus fuel card
• Comprehensive benefits effective from day one
• Company-matched pension plan and voluntary RSP
• Employee ownership program
• Furnished accommodation near the project site for non-local candidates
• Structured schedule with a half-day Friday
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities