Electrical Foreman — Commercial & Residential

Location: Calgary, Alberta (travel to job sites required)

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent, Monday to Friday, standard construction hours

Compensation: $46–50 per hour, based on experience

Industry: Electrical contracting (commercial, residential & fire alarm/life safety)

About the Opportunity

An established Calgary electrical contractor with roots going back over 20 years is looking for an experienced Electrical Foreman to lead crews on commercial, residential, and distribution projects. The company has grown from a two-person shop into a full-service contractor known for taking on demanding jobs, including multi-family, commercial retail and warehousing, and fire alarm/life safety systems, without compromising on quality or safety. This is an opportunity to run your own jobs for a company that is actively expanding and investing in its field leadership.

This search is being managed by Roster Staffing. The employer’s name will be shared with shortlisted candidates during the interview process.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise electrical crews on commercial and residential job sites, including large-scale distribution work
- Read and interpret prints, schematics, and specifications to plan and coordinate installation
- Oversee day-to-day site activity for large commercial projects, from mobilization through to completion
- Direct and mentor journeyman and apprentice electricians, keeping crews productive and on schedule
- Install and/or oversee fire alarm and life safety system work to code
- Ensure all work meets the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Alberta regulations,



and company quality standards
- Enforce jobsite safety procedures and maintain a strong safety culture
- Troubleshoot problems on-site and adapt plans as conditions change
- Coordinate materials, manpower, and schedule with the project manager
- Communicate progress and any issues clearly to project managers, general contractors, and clients
- Maintain accurate daily reports, timesheets, and jobsite documentation

Qualifications

- Valid Journeyman Electrician ticket, held for a minimum of 5 years
- Minimum 3 years of commercial electrical experience, including distribution
- Minimum 3 years of residential electrical experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience with fire alarm systems
- Minimum 2 years in a foreman or lead hand role on large jobs, with enough time in the role to see a large commercial project through from start to finish
- Strong ability to read and interpret prints, schematics, and specifications
- Solid working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and Alberta-specific regulations
- Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to job sites as required

What Makes a Strong Fit

- A good personality — someone crews, clients, and general contractors enjoy working with




- A creative problem-solver who can think outside the box when issues come up on site
- Dependable attendance — someone the team and the client can count on, day in and day out
- Genuine pride in workmanship, holding their own work and their crew’s work to a high standard
- Comfortable running a large commercial project as the lead, not just handling a single scope of work
- A natural leader who can direct a crew while staying hands-on when needed
- Safety-minded, treating code compliance and jobsite safety as non-negotiable

What’s on Offer

- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive perks package
- RRSP matching
- Opportunity to join an established, growing Calgary contractor with over 20 years in business
- A varied project mix — commercial, residential/multi-family, and fire alarm/life safety work
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- A company that backs its foremen with the support needed to run a job right

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply through this posting or send their resume directly to [email protected] for consideration.

All applications are handled confidentially. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $46.00-$50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Experience:

- Fire alarm: 1 year (preferred)
- Residential/Commercial foreman: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Journeyman ticket (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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