Electrical Installation Supervisor

Number of available positions: One (1)

Department: Installation

Supervisor: Lee Avant, Director of Site Operations

Location: Site-based

Date: As soon as possible

Summary of the role

The electrical supervisor is responsible for all electrical installation activities on site. They are responsible for planning, coordinating and leading the installation of the electrical scope of project on site. They will report to the Construction Manager and lead a team of supervisors and electricians. The electrical scope of a hydro-electric power project will include turbine and generator (T&G) instrumentation, protections & controls and distribution equipment.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role:

During the preparation and planning phase – in the office

• Review and understand the design and the installation scope of work;
• Prepares the electrical installation plan: o Finalizes man-hours estimate; o Validates/prepares the quantities for the specified materials; o Prepares the schedule for the electrical installation scope; o Reviews the budget estimate and adjust as necessary;
• Supports preparation of the installation manuals and other installation related documents;
• Prepares and optimizes the electrical site staff requirements (supervision and labour);
• Prepares the tooling lists and coordinates procurement;
• Prepares purchase specifications and negotiates with subcontractor in coordination with Installation Coordinator and Procurement (in the case of subcontracted electrical installation);
• Plans and organizes temporary/construction power mobilization;
• Participates in Risk assessments.

During the execution phase – at site

• Responsible for safe and cost effective execution of electrical installation works in accordance with the project schedule and quality specifications;
• Leads the electrical supervisors on site;
• Prepares estimates for site change orders;
• Leads schedule updates, short-term planning and progress reports for the electrical scope;
• Analyses the electrical installation costs and progress, including the analysis of deviations.

Do you fit the profile? Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team.

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well with our client. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.

• Experience on Canadian construction unionized sites, medium to large size, holding leadership roles within electrical or general contractor performing industrial electrical installation;
• Five (5) to ten (10) years experience in similar role;
• Proven leadership ability within a team context;
• Excellent understanding and knowledge of electrical equipment;
• Excellent understanding and knowledge of Canadian electrical code CSA C22.1;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. French, an asset;
• Hydro-electric project knowledge, an asset;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, team work skills and autonomy;
• Ability to multitask and shift between many different projects and initiatives with tight deadlines;
• Strong customer service orientation.

What do we offer

• Per diem & Car allowance;
• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• 401k matching;
• Annual bonus program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.