Electrical Foreman – Engineering & Construction

Job summary

Perform electrical installation and construction work while leading a small crew and coordinating daily site activities with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and other trades. Ensure work meets project specifications, schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements, and support troubleshooting, commissioning, deficiency resolution, and project closeout.

Job details

Job Overview The Electrical Foreman performs hands-on electrical installation and construction work on commercial and industrial retrofit and construction projects. The role is responsible for day-to-day field execution, workmanship, safety, and coordination within SPG’s Engineering & Construction team. A significant component of the role is working on the tools, particularly while the electrical team is being established. The Electrical Foreman works independently when required and leads a small electrical crew. Crew leadership responsibilities may expand as project workload and team size increase. The Electrical Foreman coordinates field work with Project Managers, Engineers, and other trades; communicates progress, risks, and issues; and ensures work is completed in accordance with project scope, specifications, and schedules. Responsibilities Site Execution & Supervision Actively work on the tools to complete electrical installation and construction work in accordance with project plans and specifications. Lead and work alongside a small electrical crew as the team grows, ensuring quality and efficiency. Coordinate daily site activities, other trades, and subcontractors while completing assigned electrical field work. Project Coordination & Communication Act as the primary on-site point of contact between field teams, project managers, and engineers. Communicate progress, risks, and issues to project leadership in a timely manner. Support coordination between trades to ensure alignment and minimize delays. Quality Control & Workmanship Ensure all work meets project specifications, drawings, and quality standards. Identify deficiencies and ensure timely resolution. Support inspections and quality checks throughout project execution. Safety & Compliance Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies. Promote a strong safety culture on-site. Conduct site safety checks and enforce safe work practices. Scheduling & Productivity Support project schedules by coordinating daily work activities and resources. Monitor productivity and ensure work is progressing according to timelines. Identify and escalate risks that may impact delivery. Construction Support & Problem Solving Review drawings and specifications to support execution. Troubleshoot electrical and on-site construction issues, coordinating solutions with engineers and project managers as needed. Support commissioning, deficiency resolution, and project closeout activities. Required Qualifications Journeyperson Electrician designation required. Experience as an Electrical Foreman, Lead Electrician, or Site Supervisor in construction or retrofit environments. Strong understanding of electrical installation, construction sequencing, and site coordination in commercial and industrial environments. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Ability to lead a small electrical crew, coordinate other trades, and work independently when required. Strong electrical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and coordination skills. Commitment to safety, quality, and accountability. Preferred Qualifications Alberta Master Electrician designation. Aerial Work Platform certification. Fall Protection certification. Confined Space certification. Other applicable Alberta safety training and certifications. Experience working on retrofit or building upgrade projects. Familiarity with mechanical systems and their integration with electrical work. Experience working in design-build environments. Leadership experience managing crews or subcontractors. Working Environment Hands-on electrical field work in commercial and industrial retrofit and construction environments. Independent work and work alongside a small electrical crew, with crew leadership responsibilities expanding as workload and team size increase. Based in Edmonton and surrounding area, with travel to project sites as required. Hours are scheduled on an as-needed basis according to project workload, with the goal of growing the role toward full-time hours as SPG’s electrical construction workload increases. Work Location: In person

What you’ll do

Perform electrical installation and construction work while leading a small crew and coordinating daily site activities with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and other trades. Ensure work meets project specifications, schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements, and support troubleshooting, commissioning, deficiency resolution, and project closeout.

Requirements

A Journeyperson Electrician designation is required, along with experience as an Electrical Foreman, Lead Electrician, or Site Supervisor in construction or retrofit environments. Candidates need strong electrical installation and troubleshooting knowledge, the ability to interpret drawings and specifications, and the skills to lead a crew, coordinate trades, and work independently.

Listed skills

• Electrical installation · Preferred
• Crew Leadership · Preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Construction
• Crew Leadership
• Site Coordination
• Construction Drawing Interpretation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Safety Compliance
• Quality Control
• Scheduling
• Productivity Monitoring
• Trade Coordination
• Problem-Solving
• Project Communication
• Commissioning
• Deficiency Resolution
• Construction Closeout

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Security & Safety