HireLoft Recruitment is partnering with a well-established Canadian construction company to hire an experienced Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Superintendent for a major infrastructure project in the Ottawa region.

About Our Client Our client is a respected Canadian builder delivering large-scale infrastructure, civil and industrial projects across the country. They are known for a robust safety culture, high quality standards, and a genuine commitment to developing their people.

The Opportunity This is a senior field leadership role responsible for the electrical scope on a large infrastructure project. You will take ownership of project delivery from planning through to closeout, lead site teams and crews, and play a key role in the overall success, safety and profitability of the project. Our client is open to candidates at either the Project Manager or Superintendent level.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the electrical scope of work on a large infrastructure project

Build and lead a high-performing project team including superintendents, forepersons, coordinators and electrical crews

Manage project schedules, cost codes and budgets, and be accountable for meeting or beating targets

Review estimates and identify opportunities to improve project margins

Generate and review RFIs, manage change orders and price extra work

Serve as the key point of contact for electrical submittals and ensure contract compliance

Oversee the equipment control log and review O&M; manuals

Attend factory acceptance tests (FATs) and ensure equipment deficiencies are resolved prior to shipment

Review contract documents against quotations and bills of materials to identify scope gaps

Manage relationships with owners, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and vendors

Administer the terms of the collective agreement and lead a unionized workforce

Prepare and approve timesheets,



provide performance feedback, and coach team members

Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental policies and the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Support commissioning, quality control, substantial completion, closeout and warranty processes

Document lessons learned and drive continuous improvement across projects

What You Bring

309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician certification (required)

5+ years of experience as an Electrical Project Manager or Electrical Superintendent on heavy, industrial or civil construction projects

Hands-on experience with high voltage installation (required)

Experience on water or wastewater treatment plant projects is a strong asset

Experience working on unionized sites and administering collective agreements

Solid understanding of mechanical and civil trades in addition to electrical

Experience with commissioning, automation and project closeout is an asset

Strong knowledge of scheduling, cost control, planning and reading engineering drawings

Construction-related degree or diploma, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience

PMP or other project management certification is an asset

Valid WHMIS, Elevated Work Platform and Fall Arrest certificates

Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and problem‑solving skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and construction management tools

What's On Offer

Base salary of $130,000 to $150,000, plus annual increases and discretionary bonus

Company truck and fuel card, or a $900 monthly vehicle allowance plus fuel card

Comprehensive benefits effective from day one

Company-matched pension plan and voluntary RSP

Employee ownership program

Furnished accommodation near the project site for non-local candidates

Structured schedule with a half-day Friday

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

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📌 Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Superintendent (309A) (Montreal)
🏢 HireLoft Recruitment
📍 Montreal