Operations Manager

New Life Electric Ltd; Surrey; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Benefits package

Real leadership influence

Job summary

A leading electrical contracting firm in BC is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations and lead a team of field technicians. You will coordinate projects, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Strong leadership skills and experience in electrical contracting or construction management are essential. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and performance-based incentives, along with a collaborative team environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in electrical contracting or construction management.
• Experience leading or supervising field crews.
• Strong understanding of electrical service and construction work.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and managing day-to-day operations.
• Scheduling and supporting ~10 field technicians.
• Tracking job progress, quality, budgets, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Proactivity

Education

Red Seal Electrician certification or equivalent experience

Job description

Operations Manager – Electrical Contracting

New Life Electric | British Columbia

Who We Are

New Life Electric is a fast‑growing, high‑energy electrical contractor based in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia. We work across residential, commercial, and light industrial projects, giving our team variety, challenge, and the chance to constantly level up their skills.

We care deeply about quality, safety, and people—and we’re serious about getting everyone home safe to their families at the end of the day.

Business is booming, and now we’re ready to bring on an Operations Manager to help lead our next phase of growth.

Why This Will Be the Best Career Move You’ll Make

• $85,000 – $125,000 salary range, based on experience
• Performance‑based incentives
• Benefits package
• Real leadership influence—you won’t just “follow systems,” you’ll help build them
• Work directly with ownership to shape how the business grows
• A skilled, supportive, and down‑to‑earth team
• A company that values structure, accountability, and a good sense of humour

Your Mission

Your job is to make sure New Life Electric runs smoothly, safely, and profitably.

You’ll be the engine behind the scenes coordinating crews, ordering materials, keeping projects on track, and making sure our electricians can focus on doing great work without unnecessary roadblocks.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Organizing and managing day‑to‑day operations
• Scheduling and supporting ~10 field technicians
• Making sure every job is ready before crews arrive
• Tracking job progress, quality, budgets, and customer satisfaction
• Keeping projects on time and on budget
• Completing job costing within 5 days of close‑out
• Managing change orders so nothing slips through the cracks
• Running safety meetings and keeping WorkSafeBC compliance tight
• Visiting job sites to check safety and workmanship
• Training, mentoring, and supporting electricians and apprentices
• Helping improve systems like Contractor Foreman
• Working closely with ownership on planning, forecasting, and growth

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years in electrical contracting, construction management, or similar
• Experience leading or supervising field crews
• Strong understanding of electrical service and construction work
• Red Seal Electrician is a big plus (or equivalent experience)
• Organized, proactive, and good with people
• Comfortable juggling multiple jobs and priorities
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Valid driver’s license and able to visit job sites

If you don’t tick every box, don’t stress. If you’ve got the right mindset, leadership potential, and industry experience, we want to hear from you.

The Right Fit

We’re not looking for someone who just “fills a seat.”

We’re looking for someone who wants to build something, lead a great team, and be proud of the company they help run.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Construction