Electrical Engineering Project Lead

Electrical Engineer | Electrical Project Lead | EIT | Electrical Designer | Building Systems Engineer Are you an Electrical Engineer or Designer looking for the opportunity to take on more ownership, greater project responsibility, and continued career growth? TalentSphere is proud to be partnered with a well-established and award-winning consulting engineering firm in Toronto that is looking to add an Electrical Engineering Project Lead to its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrical professional with 3–8 years of Canadian building consulting experience who wants to take the next step in their career while working alongside experienced senior engineers and being supported by a collaborative, technically strong team.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on high-profile and diverse building projects, take ownership of projects from design through construction, interact directly with clients and consultants, and continue developing your technical and project leadership capabilities. The firm has built a strong reputation within the industry, with a stable project pipeline, low employee turnover, and a culture that emphasizes mentorship, flexibility, technical excellence, and long-term career development. As an Electrical Engineering Project Lead, you’ll play an important role in delivering projects from initial concept through construction.

Lead the electrical engineering and design components of building projects. Take ownership of project delivery, including design, coordination, documentation, and construction administration. Work closely with architects, mechanical engineers, structural engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.

Participate in project management,



contract administration, site visits, and field reviews. Build strong relationships with clients and serve as a trusted technical resource throughout project delivery. Participate in business development initiatives alongside Associates and senior leadership.

Assist with fee proposals, project scopes, and client presentations. Assess existing electrical systems and prepare condition assessment reports. Provide technical advisory services and engineering recommendations to clients.

Design and coordinate electrical building systems including: Lighting Fire alarm Building electrical infrastructure Prepare electrical load calculations and engineering analysis. Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, tender packages, and technical reports. Review shop drawings and provide technical support throughout construction.

Participate in internal technical reviews and quality assurance processes. Continue developing your technical and project leadership capabilities with mentorship from experienced senior engineers. We’re looking for someone who has a strong foundation in building electrical systems and is ready to take on increasing responsibility. 3–8 years of professional experience in electrical engineering/design within the Canadian building consulting industry.

Experience with building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting,



fire alarm, and low-voltage systems. EIT or P.Electrical Designers with strong consulting experience will also be considered. Exposure to feasibility studies, budget estimates, shop drawing reviews, commissioning, and/or condition assessments.

Strong understanding of building construction and electrical systems. Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and Ontario Building Code (OBC). An interest in continuing to develop toward project leadership and senior-level responsibilities.

The Projects

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects across the built environment, including: Commercial | Institutional | Healthcare | Mixed-Use | Retail | Recreational | Residential You’ll gain exposure to different project types, clients, consultants, and technical challenges rather than being limited to one particular sector. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced senior engineers and technical leaders who are invested in mentorship and helping the next generation of engineers develop. You’ll have opportunities to lead projects, communicate directly with clients, participate in site meetings, and take ownership of project outcomes.

Work on Notable Projects

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to award-winning and technically interesting projects across Toronto and the broader GTA. You’ll be joining an organization with a strong reputation in the consulting engineering industry, an established project portfolio, and strong employee retention and tenure. Performance bonus Flexible working workplace Mentorship from senior engineers and leadership Exposure to award-winning projects

📌 Electrical Project Engineering Lead (Toronto)
🏢 Gilder Search Group
📍 Toronto