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General Manager

Mainroad Group9 days ago
Surrey, BC
Senior Level
full_time

About the role

Cobra Electric Services Ltd. (formerly Cobra Electric Ltd.) is a full-service traffic management and lighting systems company with deep roots across the Lower Mainland. Founded over 36 years ago, we specialize in:

  • Street lighting installation and maintenance
  • Traffic signal installation, maintenance, and parts
  • Circular traffic loops / count stations
  • Parking lot lighting, seasonal lighting, pole painting, and aerial banners

In December 2020, Cobra became part of the Mainroad Group—joining forces with Raylec Power, Mainroad Transtronic Services, and others—to amplify synergies across infrastructure, electrical services, and traffic solutions.

As the General Manager, you’ll:

  • Provide hands-on leadership and strategic direction to our operations, estimating, and billing teams.
  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with municipalities, clients, and industry stakeholders.
  • Oversee budgets, performance metrics, and project delivery to ensure profitable growth.
  • Drive safety, quality, and efficiency across all operations.
  • Mentor and develop staff to achieve their highest potential.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

What you bring:

  • 10+ years of progressive management experience in the construction or electrical industry.
  • Proven success leading teams in a unionized environment.
  • Strong financial acumen — you understand budgets, cost control, and business growth.
  • A knack for building lasting client and community relationships.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
  • A background in electrical contracting, project management, or infrastructure services is a strong asset.
  • Post-secondary education in Business, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
  • FSR certification or equivalent technical background considered an asset.

Why you should join us:

  • You’ll lead a respected business with strong backing from the Mainroad Group

  • Opportunity to make a tangible impact on public infrastructure and community connectivity

  • Competitive compensation and bonus potential

  • Benefits, professional development, and growth opportunities

  • A culture that emphasizes safety, excellence, and teamwork

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Experience

Required

  • 10 year(s): Project Management or Construction Management
  • 10 year(s): Management experience in construction, electrical, or infrastructure sectors

Education

Preferred

  • Bachelor's Degree or better in Business Administration or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

  • Class 5 Drivers License

Motivations

Preferred

  • Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
  • Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

About Mainroad Group

Construction
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The Mainroad Group is a 100% Employee-owned Canadian company with a head office based in Surrey, British Columbia and branch offices located in Langley, Victoria, Nanaimo, Parksville, Cumberland, Cranbrook, Kelowna, Calgary, Red Deer and Ponoka.

We are recognized as a leader in providing safe and reliable road maintenance, products and construction services for civil infrastructure works across Canada.

Mainroad Group is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and respect people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a fair and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.