Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Superintendent (309A)

HireLoft Recruitment Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck and fuel card

Vehicle allowance $900/month

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Employee ownership program

Housing near site for non-local

Structured schedule with half-day on/0

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

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. This senior field leadership role oversees the electrical scope from planning through closeout and leads site teams to support safety, quality and profitability.

Open to candidates at Project Manager or Superintendent level, the role requires 309A certification, 5+ years of

Qualifications

• 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician certification is required.
• 5+ years of experience as Electrical Project Manager or Electrical Superintendent on heavy, industrial or civil construction projects.
• Hands-on experience with high voltage installation is required.
• Experience on unionized sites and administering collective agreements.
• PMP or other project management certification is an asset.
• Valid WHMIS, Elevated Work Platform and Fall Arrest certificates.

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.

Skills

Electrical leadership

High voltage

Scheduling

Cost control

Union workforce management

Contract administration

Reading drawings

MS Office

Education

Construction-related degree or diploma

Tools

MS Office

CAD drawings

Job description

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