Electrical Superintendent

An established Canadian general contractor specializing in heavy industrial construction and infrastructure is seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to oversee electrical construction activities on a major infrastructure project. The company delivers complex projects across the water and wastewater, industrial, manufacturing, energy, mining and municipal infrastructure sectors, with a strong emphasis on self-performed construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all electrical construction activities on-site, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and to specification.
• Directly supervise Electrical Foremen, Lead Hands, Journeypersons and Apprentices, providing technical guidance, performance feedback and workforce development.
• Plan, coordinate and execute daily and weekly electrical construction activities, including manpower allocation, equipment utilization, material availability and work sequencing.
• Manage significant electrical installation scopes, including power distribution, electrical equipment, cable systems, instrumentation and associated infrastructure.
• Coordinate electrical construction activities with civil, structural, process mechanical and other trades to maintain efficient project execution.
• Interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contract documents and engineering requirements to ensure installations meet applicable standards.
• Monitor labour productivity, material usage, construction budgets and cost codes to achieve established project performance targets.
• Develop and communicate short-term construction schedules, look-ahead plans and weekly progress updates to project leadership.
• Identify potential construction conflicts, technical challenges and schedule constraints, implementing practical solutions to minimize disruption.
• Provide technical input into Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, procurement requirements, commissioning plans and other project documentation.
• Coordinate electrical subcontractors, suppliers, inspections and commissioning activities where required.
• Ensure compliance with site-specific health, safety, environmental and quality management requirements.
• Maintain accurate workforce timesheets, progress reports, inspection records and other required documentation.
• Foster a positive, accountable and safety-focused working environment while maintaining strong relationships with project management, engineers, clients and other stakeholders.
• Support testing, commissioning, deficiency resolution and final handover of completed electrical systems.

Requirements

Must Haves

• Electrical trade certification (309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician or equivalent).
• 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Superintendent on large-scale heavy industrial construction projects.
• Strong experience with industrial electrical installations, power distribution and systems above 600V.
• Proven experience directly managing self-performed electrical crews, including Foremen, Journeypersons and Apprentices.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Valid WHMIS, Elevated/Aerial Work Platform and Fall Arrest certifications.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Nice to Haves

• Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) construction experience.
• Experience on large-scale industrial projects ($50M+), including pulp and paper, mining, energy or manufacturing facilities.
• Experience with medium-voltage distribution, switchgear, MCCs, transformers and industrial electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, controls, automation and SCADA systems.
• Project Management experience, including scheduling, budgeting and cost control.
• Experience supervising unionized workforces and coordinating electrical testing and commissioning.