Job description The electrical supervisor is responsible for all electrical installation activities on site. He is responsible for planning, coordinating and leading the installation of the electrical scope of project on site. He 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.
Responsibilities Preparation and Planning Phase – Office (10%)
Review and understand the design and the installation scope of work
Prepares the electrical installation plan:
Finalizes man-hours estimate
Validates/prepares the quantities for the specified materials
Prepares the schedule for the electrical installation scope
Reviews the budget estimate and adjusts 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
Execution Phase – Site (90%)
Responsible for secure 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
Coordinate and optimize site staffing requirements (supervision and labor)
Plan and organize temporary power supply for the site
Follow up with engineering on change requests and non‑compliance issues
Profile Fit 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 within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.
Qualifications
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, teamwork skills and autonomy
Ability to multitask and shift between many different projects and initiatives with tight deadlines
Strong customer service orientation
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and professional Internet browsing
Knowledge of Primavera - P6, an asset
Completed electrician training with journeyman certification, Red Seal, an asset