Electrical Systems Manager
The Electrical Systems Manager is responsible for developing and managing the Optimized Electrical Maintenance Plan and overseeing all electrical maintenance activities. They provide technical expertise for repairs, shutdowns, and energy initiatives while ensuring compliance with building and electrical codes.
- On-site
- Ottawa, ON
- Posted Aug 10, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Who We Are BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at www.bgis.com [http://www.bgis.com] SUMMARY The Electrical Systems Manager will be responsible for the development, implementation, deployment and ongoing management of the Optimized Electrical Maintenance Plan. They will provide technical expertise to Maintenance team leaders prior to, during and subsequent to planned maintenance activities including major and or minor electrical shutdowns. The Electrical Systems Manager plans, schedules, implements, and manages all aspects of the electrical repairs but are not necessarily actively working on site themselves. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Subject Matter Expert * Oversees major electrical maintenance * Manages time and space calendars as required during major all electrical work * Oversees ongoing electrical maintenance * Analyzes complex documentation and reporting. Prepares, plans and schedules the recommended repairs or modifications to the electrical systems based on the review of the various studies, analysis and reports * Performs analysis on failure rates * Provides expertise in the tendering, procurement, assessment of bids for all electrical maintenance activities * Provides technical expertise in the revision of deliverable documentations, such as Single line drawings, analysis of infrared reports, analysis of vibration analysis, analysis of oil sample trends and analysis of electrical co-ordination studies * Occasionally works off peak hours as required ex: weekend shutdowns Communication * Communicates effectively with internal and external stake holders of all levels * Participates actively in the implementation of energy reduction initiatives * Attends monthly MTL meetings * Works with team members and helps with the education and mentoring of the team * Participates in project user requirements and start up meetings that involve electrical components or modifications Reporting * Documents activities related to building operations and maintenance, providing input to the Property Manager(s) with respect to building conditions; project planning, budget planning and forecasting * Collects and reviews data on corrective maintenance. Studies trends on repairs to uncover larger scale issues. Implements plans to correct issues * Other tasks and duties as required KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS * College diploma in the field of electricity or equivalent * More than 10 years of job related experience * Maintains current designation as licensed maintenance electrician in province of work * Extensive knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems * Extensive knowledge of best practices as they pertain to electrical maintenance * Strong knowledge of electrical, fire, building and elevating devices codes * Experience managing people, contractors and small projects * Effective communication skills * Good reporting, documentation and analytical skills * Strong ability to prioritize and plan effectively Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation * Canadian Red seal maintenance/construction or industrial electrician * Certified energy manager would be considered an asset * Project Management Professional would be considered an asset * Electrical engineer or technologist would be considered an asset * Valid Driver’s License This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $75,440 - $94,300 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role. #LI-JC1
What you’ll do
The Electrical Systems Manager is responsible for developing and managing the Optimized Electrical Maintenance Plan and overseeing all electrical maintenance activities. They provide technical expertise for repairs, shutdowns, and energy initiatives while ensuring compliance with building and electrical codes.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a college diploma in electricity and over 10 years of relevant experience, including a valid licensed maintenance electrician designation. Strong knowledge of maintenance management systems, electrical codes, and project management is required.
Listed skills
- Project managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Electrical maintenance
- Project management
- Electrical systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Budget planning
- Contractor management
- Technical documentation
- Failure analysis
- Procurement
- Energy reduction
- Mentoring
- Analytical skills
- Reporting
- Electrical codes
- Computerized maintenance management systems
- Certified Energy Manager
- People Management
- Electrical Diagnostics And Repairs
- Effective Communication
- Report Analysis
- Valid Driver's License
- Planning
- Analytical Skills
- Electrical Engineering
- Management
- Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
- Communication
- Corrective Maintenance
- Vibrations
- Project Planning
- Electronic Components
- Electrical Systems
- Energy Conservation
- Facility Management
- Forecasting
- Innovation
- Mentorship
- Operations
- Project Management Professional Certification
- Real Estate
- Time Management
- User Requirements Documents
- Prioritization
Job areas
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Energy
- Construction
- Trades
- Electrical Systems Engineer
- Facilities Electrical Engineer
- Electrical Engineers
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 10+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
