17 Sep
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Westcana Electric
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Kelowna
17 Sep
Westcana Electric
Kelowna
About Us:
Westcana Electric is a leader in providing high-quality electrical services for a wide range of commercial, residential, and industrial projects. We take pride in our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Electrical Project Manager – Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) to join our team in Kelowna. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical construction, with a minimum of 5 years of field experience and demonstrated experience managing electrical projects.
This role requires strong leadership, communication, coordination, and organizational skills, along with an understanding of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) principles. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, trade partners, and field personnel to coordinate project requirements, resolve issues, manage risks, and achieve project goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage all phases of electrical projects from conception through completion.
- Apply Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) principles to promote collaboration, transparency, shared accountability, and effective project outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, general contractors, and other trade partners.
- Participate in IPD meetings, coordination sessions, planning activities, and collaborative decision-making processes.
- Review project specifications, drawings, contracts, schedules, and timelines to ensure proper execution and resource allocation.
- Coordinate electrical scope with other trades to identify and resolve design, constructability, scheduling, and coordination issues.
- Manage project budgets, costs, schedules, procurement, and resources to support successful project delivery.
- Monitor project progress and identify potential risks, delays, cost impacts, and scope changes.
- Support collaborative problem-solving and develop solutions that consider project-wide impacts rather than individual trade interests.
- Review and coordinate design changes, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation.
- Supervise, support,
and mentor field personnel, including site supervisors and forepersons.
- Ensure electrical work is completed in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes, standards, and Westcana Electric's safety requirements.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, consultants, project partners, and internal teams.
- Provide regular project status updates, cost reports, schedule updates, and other reporting to senior management.
- Promote continuous improvement, lessons learned, and efficient construction practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support the development and maintenance of positive working relationships within the IPD project team.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of field experience in electrical construction or a related field.
- Proven experience managing electrical construction projects, including budget, scheduling, procurement, coordination, and resource management.
- Experience working within an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) or other collaborative project delivery environment is considered a strong asset.
- Valid FSR A or B license required.
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, the Canadian Electrical Code, applicable regulations, and industry standards.
- Experience with Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
- Strong understanding of construction scheduling, project coordination, cost control, and change management.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced construction environment.
- Solid commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and successful project delivery.
At Westcana Electric, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer career opportunities that grow with you. Here’s why you’ll want to join our team:
- Commitment to Safety and Excellence: We prioritize safety above all else and ensure that all our team members have the resources, training, and equipment they need to perform their best work in a protected environment. We maintain high standards for quality, which is why we’re known for our reliability and craftsmanship.
- Career Growth and Training: As an electrical contractor, we believe in investing in our employees’ future. We offer continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and leadership programs to help you expand your skillset, advance in your career, and stay current with industry trends and technologies.
- Competitive Pay and Benefits: We understand that our employees are our most valuable asset. We offer competitive wages, extended benefits, and retirement plans. We believe in recognizing hard work and rewarding your contributions.
- Team-Oriented Culture: We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where every employee plays an important role. You’ll work alongside skilled professionals who are passionate about their craft and committed to delivering exceptional results.
- Challenging and Diverse Projects: You’ll be involved in a wide variety of projects—residential, commercial, light industrial—that will help you grow your skills and tackle new challenges. We encourage innovation and problem-solving.
- Work-Life Balance: We believe that a successful career goes hand-in-hand with a healthy personal life. Our supportive management team help ensure you have the balance you need
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kelowna, BC V1X 7J2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
📌 IPD - Electrical Project Manager (Kelowna)
🏢 Westcana Electric
📍 Kelowna