Job Description

Looking for your next big challenge? At Plan Group, we're seeking a seasoned electrical project leader to take on high-stakes projects and make an impact. If you're ready to step up from your current role and lead multi-million-dollar projects, take the leap and make your mark with us at Plan Group!

As our

Project Director, Electrical Construction

, you will:
Lead the planning, coordination, and management of large-scale electrical construction projects, ensuring they're completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Provide strategic leadership and actively promote Health and Safety initiatives across all project teams. Drive project performance by monitoring progress, controlling costs, and staying on schedule using Plan Group's T.I.M.E. efficiency program. Identify and resolve high-level project challenges, offering solutions to avoid delays or budget overruns. Oversee and ensure the successful execution of project quality assurance, commissioning, and handover processes. Champion value engineering and cost-saving strategies to maximize project profitability. Guide critical path analysis to help project teams meet timelines. Lead pre-job planning, including estimate turnover, project kick-offs, subcontractor selection, and risk management. Collaborate with site supervision to ensure optimal resource allocation for labour and manpower. Ensure accountability and excellence in project documentation, change orders, material coordination, and site meetings. Mentor and develop project managers, providing feedback, coaching, and training to foster career growth and project success. Build strong relationships with clients, GCs, and Engineers to drive project success and maintain Plan Group's reputation.

Our ideal candidate has:

A post-secondary degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 10+ years of experience in electrical construction, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership or project director role; trade experience is a strong asset. Proven track record of managing large-scale commercial and institutional electrical projects. Strong expertise in electrical construction, with trade experience considered an asset. Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools (PMP, PMI certification is a plus). Familiarity with scheduling software like Primavera or MS Project is an asset. Exceptional leadership skills with a knack for managing and mentoring diverse teams. * Excellent communication and people skills, comfortable working with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.