Aecon Group Inc

Superintendent, Electrical (BC)

Aecon Group Inc$95K — $145K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Journeyman Electrician Certification (Red Seal preferred)
  • 7+ years of high-voltage substation experience
  • Minimum 3+ years in a supervisory role overseeing electrical crews
  • Strong knowledge of protective relaying and substation construction practices
  • Proficiency with high-voltage testing equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and LOTO procedures
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license
  • Ability to work outdoors and travel to project sites

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise field crews in electrical equipment installation and repair
  • Oversee high-voltage terminations, cable installation, and testing
  • Plan daily/weekly work schedules to ensure productivity
  • Conduct and enforce safety protocols and compliance with codes
  • Review electrical drawings and technical documentation for execution guidance
  • Coordinate with project teams to support delivery and resolve issues
  • Perform inspections and preventive maintenance oversight
  • Troubleshoot electrical faults and determine corrective actions
  • Maintain daily reports, test records, and field documentation

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Training and certification support
  • Work in diverse environments across multiple sites
  • Collaborative team culture
Full Job Description
Location: Vancouver (or surrounding)

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to lead field execution for high-voltage substation and electrical construction projects across Ontario. This role oversees crews, subcontractors, safety, scheduling, and quality for all electrical scopes, including installation, maintenance, testing, and commissioning of substation equipment. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge of high-voltage systems, strong leadership capability, and the ability to manage work in energized substation environments.

What You'll Do ?

  • Lead and supervise field crews performing installation, maintenance, and repair of substation electrical equipment (transformers, breakers, switchgear, control cabinets, protective relays, reactors, grounding systems)

  • Oversee high-voltage terminations, cable installation (up to 2750 kcmil), splicing, testing, and commissioning activities

  • Plan and execute daily/weekly work schedules, ensuring productivity, resource allocation, and adherence to project milestones

  • Conduct and enforce safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, energized work procedures, and compliance with CSA, IEEE, and local electrical codes

  • Review and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to guide field execution

  • Coordinate with engineers, project managers, QA/QC, and commissioning teams to support project delivery and resolve technical issues

  • Perform routine inspections, quality checks, and preventive maintenance oversight to ensure reliability and compliance

  • Troubleshoot electrical faults and direct corrective actions in the field

  • Maintain accurate daily reports, test records, redlines, and field documentation

  • Support subcontractor management, material tracking, and site logistics

  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with project specifications, safety standards, and client requirements


What you'll Bring ?

  • Journeyman Electrician Certification (Red Seal preferred)

  • 7+ years of high-voltage substation experience, including installation, testing, and commissioning

  • Minimum 3+ years in a supervisory or lead role overseeing electrical crews

  • Strong knowledge of protective relaying, SCADA systems, control wiring, and substation construction practices

  • Proficiency with high-voltage testing equipment (Megger, Doble, hipot testers, relay test sets)

  • Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and schematics

  • Strong understanding of LOTO procedures, electrical safety standards, and energized work environments

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent)

  • Ability to work outdoors, travel to project sites (Vancouver/ Burnaby/ Richmond), and work within live substations

  • Must be able to obtain NERC certification through background screening


Reason for Vacancy: New

Salary Range: $95,000 - $145,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience and unique skills.

About Aecon Group Inc

Aecon Group Inc. is a Canadian construction company that provides a range of services to clients in the infrastructure, energy, and mining sectors. The company's services include construction, engineering, procurement, and project management. Aecon has completed a number of high-profile projects in Canada, including the construction of the CN Tower and the Vancouver SkyTrain. Founded in 1957, the company is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario.
Learn more about Aecon Group Inc
Size
12,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1877

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