Senior Project Manager - Electrical Services

Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Toronto seeks an experienced professional to manage multiple projects focusing on electrical system assessments and design. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and have at least 5 years of project management experience. Key responsibilities include overseeing field reviews, ensuring project compliance, and leading tender processes. This role offers opportunities for local travel and professional growth in a supportive and diverse environment.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of project management experience in an engineering consulting firm.
• Eligible for PEO Licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform field reviews, testing, data collection, design, and reporting.
• Lead tender processes and meetings with clients.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and drawings.

Skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Excellent verbal communication

Attention to detail

Technical writing skills

Ability to work independently

Project management

Education

Degree or diploma in engineering or engineering technology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team combines global reach with local expertise to shape the future of the built environment. Our engineers, architects, and technical specialists deliver innovative solutions that prioritize sustainability, resiliency, and long-term value. From design to operations, we help clients reduce risk, extend asset life, and cut costs while making a real impact on how communities live and work. Joining Rimkus means being part of a forward-thinking team that’s solving today’s challenges and building tomorrow’s possibilities.

Overview

In this position, you will be responsible for project investigation, reporting, specification preparation, design production, quality observation, and liaising with clients, contractors, and manufacturers. You must be able to manage multiple projects involving various scopes. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform and oversee field reviews, testing, data collection, design, report, and specification writing.
• Use a variety of technical methods to solve problems.
• Perform electrical system condition assessments, including review of service equipment, distribution systems, lighting, life safety systems, and other electrical infrastructure for code compliance, operational performance, and remaining service life.
• Complete design assignments of limited scope and complexity, as well as design of electrical systems for new construction and retrofit projects in the commercial and high‑rise residential sectors (projects like power distribution, life safety, etc.).
• Provide AutoCAD support and specification writing.
• Review drawings and specifications prepared by others to verify that the scope of work is sufficient and to ensure that all required details, materials, methods, etc., are correctly specified.
• Carry out technical tasks requiring accuracy in calculations, completeness of data and adherence to prescribed testing analysis, design, or computation methods.
• Obtain proficiency with OESC, CEC, CSA, ESA standards, and coordination with AHJ for approval(s).
• Lead the tender process with contractors, providing bid review, and bid analysis documentation. Also lead tender analysis meetings with clients after bidding processes.
• Coordinate and conduct pre‑bid, pre‑start, progress, and final project site meetings.
• Review project submittals and shop drawings to verify compliance with project specifications and drawings.
• Perform quality observation of work in progress for all services within assigned discipline to ensure compliance with tender documents and applicable codes and standards.
• Ongoing project management and contract administration of multiple projects at a time.
• Provide technical assistance to field technicians and technologists.
• Coordinate input for time billing and job costing.
• Other assigned duties and tasks, as required.

Required Experience, Education and Certifications

• Completion of a degree or diploma in engineering or engineering technology with a specialization of Electrical Engineering.
• Possession of Professional Engineering stamps in Ontario and other provinces is considered an asset. Candidate expectation is at minimum to be eligible for PEO Licensure, or ability to obtain in near future (working towards).
• Minimum of 5+ years of project management experience at an engineering consulting firm.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; technical writing skills are required.
• Exceptional attention to detail, specifically in accuracy of calculations and completeness of data collection and notation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Self‑motivating and able to multi‑task.
• Ability to act with business integrity and professionalism.

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements

Physical Demands – Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. industrial, construction and / or residential sites). The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped and flat roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to client sites or job sites. Working at heights, including accessing buildings by ladders, swing stages, and mechanical lifts may be necessary depending on assigned discipline. The employee may lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary. The employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports.

Overtime – There will be some occasions where overtime (or working after normal business hours) will be required to meet the demands of the position.

Travel – This position requires up to 60% local area travel. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants selected for an interview.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

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