Construction Administrator

BPA; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BPA in Calgary seeks a Construction Administrator with strong electrical systems and project management background to coordinate on-site activities and ensure work aligns with plans, specs, and schedules.

You will liaise with engineers, contractors, and trades, supporting project planning, execution, and communication for electrical projects in the Calgary region.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Electrical Journeyman license.
• Min 4 years experience in Commercial Building Electrical Services.
• Familiar with National Building Code, Canadian Electrical Code, NFPA and CAN/ULC standards.
• CFAA certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor electrical construction activities on site.
• Conduct site visits and prepare site reports and instructions for contractors.
• Follow up on drawing markups for as-built drawings.
• On-site testing of equipment (fire alarm, generator, transfer switch, commissioning).
• Attend site meetings and monitor schedules.
• Verify work progress against drawings and specs.
• Interpret drawings and specs to resolve technical issues.
• Negotiate change order pricing with contractors.

Skills

Project coordination

Electrical knowledge

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Red Seal Electrical Journeyman

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

The opportunity

At BPA, we value hands-on experience and professionals who understand how electrical construction is delivered on site. As a Construction Administrator with a strong background in electrical systems and project management, you will play a key role in coordinating and monitoring construction activities, working closely with engineers, contractors, and trades to help ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with plans, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements.

Based in our Calgary office - formerly M+B Electrical Consulting Engineers - you will act as a critical liaison among project teams, supporting project planning, execution, and communication while contributing directly to the successful delivery of electrical projects throughout the Calgary region.

Your daily impact

• Ensure the execution of small to large-scale work and compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Conduct site visits, prepare site report and site instructions for contractors, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Follow up with the contractor on drawing markups for the preparation of as-built drawings.
• On site testing of equipment including but not limited to: fire alarm, generator, transfer switch, electrical commissioning, and integrated systems testing. This includes after hours testing.
• Monitor schedules and attend site meetings.
• Verify work progress against drawings and specifications.
• Contribute to the resolution of technical issues and provide expertise in the interpretation of drawings and specifications.
• Analyze and negotiate change order pricing with contractors.

Your profile

• Possession of a Red Seal Electrical Journeyman license.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in the Commercial Building Electrical Services industry.
• Strong familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including the National Building Code, Canadian Electrical Code, and various NFPA and CAN/ULC standards.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm system verification requirements, including applicable codes and standards, testing procedures, and documentation. CFAA certification is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, and access to a vehicle.
• Excellent communications skills in English, verbal and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Proficiency in contract administration and project management software and platforms, such as Bluebeam, is an asset.
• Versatility, autonomy and proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and strong commitment to quality.
• Curiosity and initiative.
• Collaboration and team spirit.

This role may require after-hours work, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, as project workloads dictate.