Project Manager

Job Posting: Electrical Operations Manager / Project Coordinator

About the Role

We are looking for an organized, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to help manage the day-to-day operations of our growing electrical contracting company.

This is a hands-on role that involves estimating and pricing jobs, coordinating materials and suppliers, helping manage projects and employees, maintaining quality control, and ensuring jobs are completed efficiently and profitably.

The ideal candidate is someone who takes initiative, can manage multiple responsibilities, communicates well with employees, suppliers, and customers, and understands the importance of keeping projects on schedule and within budget.

In addition to our electrical contracting operations, our company is involved in in-house property development and construction. From time to time, this position will also assist with estimating and pricing electrical and general construction work for our own development projects.

We are looking for someone who wants to take ownership of their responsibilities and play an important role in the continued growth of our company.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating, Pricing & Procurement

● Prepare estimates and price electrical jobs, including labour, materials, equipment, and other project costs.

● Obtain and compare material quotes from suppliers to ensure competitive pricing.

● Prepare job quotations and assist with tender submissions.

● Review project costs and help ensure jobs are priced accurately and profitably.

● Assist with pricing in-house construction and property development projects as required.

Project Coordination & Management

● Help coordinate electrical projects from initial pricing through completion.

● Track job progress, budgets, timelines, and outstanding work.

● Coordinate materials, equipment, and labour to keep projects moving efficiently.

● Communicate with customers, general contractors, suppliers, and employees regarding project requirements.

● Identify potential scheduling issues, cost overruns, and project delays before they become problems.

Employee & Scheduling Coordination

● Track and review employee hours, timesheets, and job-specific labour costs.

● Help coordinate employee schedules and assign labour to projects.

● Assist with planning upcoming work and ensuring crews have the information and materials they need.

● Coordinate and schedule Nova Scotia Power inspections and related project requirements.

● Help maintain clear communication between the office, field employees, and management.

Quality Control & Compliance

● Help ensure electrical work meets company standards, project specifications, and applicable electrical codes.

● Coordinate inspections and follow up on deficiencies or outstanding items.

● Review completed work and help identify issues before projects are signed off.

● Ensure proper documentation, inspection records, and job information are maintained.

Tools, Equipment & Inventory

● Maintain an organized system for tracking company tools and equipment.

● Monitor tool assignments, inventory, maintenance, and missing or damaged equipment.

● Help ensure employees have the tools and equipment needed to complete their work.

● Identify opportunities to reduce lost tools, unnecessary purchases, and wasted materials

Advertising & Business Development

● Assist with advertising, marketing, and promoting the company.

● Help maintain the company’s online presence and social media accounts.

● Identify opportunities to generate new leads and develop relationships with customers and contractors.

● Assist with improving internal systems and processes as the company grows.

Qualifications & Experience

● Experience in the electrical industry, construction, project coordination, estimating, or operations management is strongly preferred.

● Electrical trade experience or a strong understanding of electrical contracting is a significant asset.

● Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and scopes of work is an asset.

● Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

● Comfortable working with spreadsheets, email, estimating software, and job-management systems.

● Strong attention to detail, particularly with job costing, labour hours, materials, and scheduling.

● Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

● Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation.

● A proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to take responsibility.

Pay: $60,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person