Electrical Foreman

Location:Vancouver, BC (with travel to job sites across the Lower Mainland, including Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, North Vancouver, and up to Whistler)
Employment Type:Full-Time, Permanent OTE $120K - $150K
Compensation:$40 - $50 per hour, commensurate with experience, Red Seal certification, supervisory background, and proven leadership in electrical projects. Our client offers competitive pay, ongoing training, mentorship, and a supportive environment prioritizing work-life balance and professional growth.

About the OpportunityTalentSphere is proud to partner with a respected, established electrical contractor serving the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. Our client delivers a full range of commercial and residential electrical services—from minor repairs and troubleshooting to complete renovations, new construction projects, energy-efficient upgrades, and specialized installations. Committed to integrity, safety, and exceeding client expectations, they build lasting relationships through reliable, high-quality workmanship and fair practices. All field team members hold Red Seal qualifications, and the organization maintains strong industry credentials focused on compliance, excellence, and client satisfaction.We are recruiting an experienced Electrical Foreman to lead on-site teams and ensure successful delivery of diverse projects. This role suits a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, values accountability, and is passionate about mentoring crews while delivering defect-free, code-compliant work.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct crews of licensed electricians on various job sites, delegating tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to review scopes of work, prepare accurate estimates (including digital take-offs), and develop detailed electrical plans for renovations, new builds, or service upgrades.
• Oversee the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, including panel upgrades, rewiring (aluminum and knob & tube), EV chargers, heat pumps, lighting retrofits, generators, smoke detectors, home automation, circuit breakers, and thermal imaging inspections.
• Perform on-site inspections, energy efficiency assessments, and consultations to identify upgrade opportunities and recommend solutions that enhance safety and efficiency.
• Enforce rigorous safety standards, including WCB compliance, proper use of protective equipment, and best practices to maintain a hazard-free, organized work environment.
• Manage crew scheduling, monitor key performance metrics (timelines, budgets, quality), and ensure all installations meet warranty commitments and high standards of craftsmanship.
• Mentor and train junior electricians, fostering skill development and adherence to neat, professional execution.
• Handle client communications with transparency and professionalism, including builders, property managers, homeowners, and business owners, to achieve 100% satisfaction.
• Conduct troubleshooting for complex issues, provide innovative solutions, and support insurance-related inspections or electrical planning reports.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Valid Red Seal Inter-Provincial Electrician certification (mandatory).
• At least 5+ years of hands-on electrical experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory/foreman capacity on commercial and residential projects.
• Valid BC driver's license and reliable vehicle for site travel across the Lower Mainland.
• In-depth knowledge of British Columbia Electrical Code, safety regulations (WCB), and current industry standards.
• Proven expertise across services such as service/panel upgrades, EV/heat pump installations, rewiring, lighting/energy retrofits, and diagnostic tools like thermal imaging.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, control project costs/timelines, and deliver high-quality results on projects from small service calls to large-scale builds.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team leadership, client interactions, and clear reporting.
• Physical capability for demanding site work, including lifting, working at heights, and varied environments.
• Alignment with values of integrity, accountability, safety-first mindset, and a commitment to excellence and relationship-building.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with digital quoting, project management tools, and layout software.
• Familiarity with sustainable/ energy-efficient technologies, home automation systems, and modern electrical solutions.
• Track record of innovative problem-solving and maintaining defect-free installations.
• Prior work with diverse clients in construction, development, and property management sectors.

If you are a skilled, Red Seal-certified leader ready to take on a rewarding foreman role with a reputable team in BC's electrical industry, we want to hear from you. TalentSphere offers personalized recruitment support—no fees to candidates—and confidential, expert guidance throughout the process.