Electrical Project Manager

Black & McDonald Limited

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Dartmouth, NS Until 9/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

An Electrical Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating electrical projects from inception to completion. They play a crucial role in the successful execution of our projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Planning: Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, schedule creation, resource allocation, and risk assessments.\
  • Budget Management: Create and manage project budgets, track expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and contractors.
  • Technical Expertise: Possess a strong understanding of electrical principles, CSA Canadian Electrical Code and industry standards.
  • Client Communication: Effectively communicate with clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure project goals are met.
  • Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet specifications.
  • Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety regulations and enforce safety protocols on the job site.
  • Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve project issues and challenges in a timely manner

EDUCATION / COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Knowledge of electrical codes and regulations
  • Proficiency in relevant software tools: JDE, Procore

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Experience in the construction industry is preferred:

  • Journeyperson Electrician
  • Construction Management
  • 5 years’ experience in the electrical ICI sector combined with supervisory and/or superintendents’ role

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Contract management
  • Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
  • Blueprint reading
  • Project design interpretation
  • Business operations processes
  • Organization and time management
  • Must be able to obtain a Level II Secret Clearance
  • Willing and able to travel within NS

Intermediate user of:

  • Procore
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
  • JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system would be an asset

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor
of your interest and intent to apply before applying.

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About this role

Summary

Oversee electrical projects, manage teams, budgets, and ensure safety and quality standards.

Job title

Electrical Project Manager

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Dartmouth, NS; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementbudgetingteam leadershipelectrical codessoftware tools

Preferred skills

construction schedulingblueprint readingERP systems

Specializations

electricalconstructionproject managementteam leadershipcode compliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Work arrangement unknown City