Electrician - Foreman
- Fort McMurray, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of field leadership experience in industrial electrical construction, including 2–3+ years as a foreman or general foreman
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
At DCM, we deliver integrated industrial construction, maintenance and turnaround services. With a tremendous depth of knowledge, extensive experience and demonstrated success in many markets across Canada and internationally, we build lasting partnerships with clients. Our mission is to be an industry leader by creating a family of talented individuals in a culture of innovation, safety, quality, efficiency, and fun. We are proud to work with talented and qualified employees who bring a variety of skills to our group, as these skills contribute directly to the growth and success of our business.
As General Foreman, you will lead the electrical scope on major industrial projects, directing multiple foremen and their crews. The focus is primarily construction, with limited commissioning and maintenance.
Main Responsibilities
Leadership & Planning
As General Foreman, you will lead the electrical scope on major industrial projects, directing multiple foremen and their crews. The focus is primarily construction, with limited commissioning and maintenance.
Main Responsibilities
Leadership & Planning
- Direct, mentor, and evaluate electrical foremen, journeymen, and apprentices across multiple crews, shifts, and work areas
- Develop and manage the electrical execution plan, including look-ahead schedules, manpower loading, and sequencing of work to meet project milestones and deadlines
- Allocate crews, tools, and equipment across work fronts; identify resource gaps early and work with project management on staffing and mobilization needs
- Lead and participate in foreman, coordination, and progress meetings, reporting on productivity, schedule status, risks, and resource needs
- Coordinate with other disciplines (civil, mechanical, piping, instrumentation, scaffolding, etc.) to resolve interferences and keep work fronts clear
- Champion a strong safety culture; lead by example in enforcing site safety policies and stop work when necessary
- Review and approve hazard assessments, safe work plans, and permits; ensure foremen lead effective daily tailgate/toolbox meetings
- Participate in incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented
- Interpret and communicate drawings, blueprints, schematics, P&IDs, and electrical code requirements to foremen and crews
- Ensure all work meets applicable codes, standards, and client specifications; support QA/QC, inspections, and turnover documentation
- Oversee installation of conduit, feeders, cable tray, junction boxes, switchgear, transformers, motors, generators, and other electrical components
- Oversee installation and testing of switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators, and reactors
- Oversee gland and termination of cables in panels, junction boxes, and electrical equipment
- Oversee installation of SR and MI EHT on piping as per isometric drawings
- Oversee installation, maintenance, and calibration of industrial instrumentation and related devices
- Support pre-commissioning, loop checks, and system turnover activities as required
- Monitor productivity, installed quantities, and labour hours against budget; identify variances and implement corrective actions
- Review and communicate scope changes, technical issues, and potential change orders to project management
- Coordinate procurement, laydown, and staging of materials and tools; inspect incoming materials and equipment for specification compliance
- Ensure daily field reports, timesheets, and progress documentation are completed accurately and on time
- Serve as a key field-level contact for the client and project management, building strong, collaborative relationships
- May be required to operate light equipment and vehicles
- Valid Red Seal Journeyman Electrician Certificate (trade credential must be recognized in Alberta)
- Minimum 5+ years of field leadership experience in industrial electrical construction, including 2–3+ years as a foreman or general foreman
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage multiple foremen and large crews of journeymen and apprentices
- Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, safety regulations, and industry standards
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
- Experience with scheduling, manpower planning, and productivity tracking on large industrial projects
- Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills; able to convey technical information clearly to crews, management, and clients
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; able to prioritize and act on instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
- High degree of attention to detail to prevent injury to self and others
- Proficient in field documentation, including hazard assessments, daily reports, and timesheets; comfortable with project software and digital tools
- Rotation: 14/7 (shift cycle is subject to change)
- Day shift (night shift may be required based on client needs)
- Travel is required; flights offered from Calgary or Edmonton
- Camp accommodations provided
- Ability to lift and carry objects independently or as a team
- Ability to meet and maintain site access requirements
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead electrical construction across major industrial projects by directing multiple foremen and crews, planning schedules and resources, and coordinating work with other disciplines. Champion site safety and quality, oversee electrical and instrumentation installation, monitor productivity and materials, and maintain communication with clients and project management.
Requirements
Requires a valid Red Seal Journeyman Electrician Certificate recognized in Alberta and at least five years of industrial electrical construction field leadership, including two to three or more years as a foreman or general foreman. Candidates must be able to lead large crews, interpret electrical drawings and P&IDs, apply electrical codes and safety standards, and manage scheduling, productivity, documentation, and stakeholder communication.
Skills
- Crew Management
- Project Scheduling
- Manpower Planning
- Productivity Tracking
- Canadian Electrical Code
- Electrical Drawings and Schematics
- P&ID Interpretation
- Safety Management
- Hazard Assessments
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Electrical Equipment Installation
- Industrial Instrumentation
- Pre-commissioning and Loop Checks
- Field Documentation
- Client Relations
Benefits
- Camp Accommodations
- Flights From Calgary or Edmonton
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Red Seal Journeyman Electrician Certificate
- Canadian Electrical Code
- Industrial Electrical Construction
- Electrical Foreman
- General Foreman
- Electrical Execution Plan
- Look-ahead Schedules
- Manpower Loading
- Crew Mobilization
- Hazard Assessments
- Safe Work Plans
- Permits
- Toolbox Meetings
- Electrical Drawings
- Schematics
- P&IDs
- Conduit
- Feeders
- Cable Tray
- Switchgear
- Transformers
- Motors
- Generators
- Cable Glanding and Termination
- SR and MI EHT
- Industrial Instrumentation
- Calibration
- Pre-commissioning
- Loop Checks
- QA/QC