Electrical Project Coordinator

The Opportunity

Rightway Recruitment is working on behalf of a growing electrical contractor that is continuing to expand its footprint across British Columbia, including recent growth into the Vancouver Island market. The business has built a strong reputation delivering commercial, institutional, and large-scale electrical construction projects while maintaining a collaborative and team-oriented culture.

Due to continued project growth in Victoria, they are now looking to add a Project Coordinator to support ongoing electrical construction operations. Working closely alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, field teams, suppliers, and clients, this role will play a key part in coordinating projects from preconstruction through closeout.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys being heavily involved in day-to-day project operations, thrives in fast-paced environments, and is looking to continue building a long-term career within the electrical construction industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers and Site Superintendents with day-to-day project coordination activities
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and project documentation with a critical eye for discrepancies or coordination issues
• Assist with material procurement including lighting, switchgear, commodities, and project-related equipment
• Coordinate and track shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, permits, inspections, and closeout documentation
• Assist with project scheduling and ensure materials and equipment arrive on site according to project timelines
• Monitor backorders and communicate scheduling impacts or discrepancies to the project team
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, field staff, clients, and general contractors throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist with change orders, project reporting, billings, WIP tracking, and cost-to-complete updates
• Support internal coordination between operations, accounting, HR, and project teams
• Attend project meetings, take meeting minutes, and assist with follow-up items
• Help identify design issues, material concerns, or project coordination conflicts as projects progress
• Maintain organized project documentation and tracking systems

Project Scope:

• Commercial and institutional electrical construction projects across Vancouver Island
• Exposure to field operations, office coordination, procurement, and project administration
• Involvement from preconstruction through project closeout
• Coordination alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams
• Opportunity to support a growing Vancouver Island operation

What You Bring:

• 3-5 years of construction coordination, project administration, or related experience
• Previous exposure to commercial electrical construction environments is strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical drawings, and construction specifications
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within project teams
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Understanding of construction processes, documentation, and project coordination workflows
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow within the business
• Professionalism, integrity, and strong attention to detail
• Electrical Estimating (Asset)

Working Environment:

• Full-time permanent position based in Victoria, BC
• Combination of office and project site exposure
• Collaborative and fast-paced team environment
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced electrical construction professionals
• Long-term growth potential within an expanding contractor

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range of $75,000 - $85,000 depending on experience
• Extended health and dental coverage
• Vision care benefits
• Paid time off
• Stable long-term opportunity within a growing electrical contractor
• Opportunity for career development and progression within the organization

Next Steps:

Rightway Recruitment is managing this search on behalf of our client. If you're a Project Coordinator with commercial electrical construction experience looking to join a growing contractor expanding across Vancouver Island, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Please submit your resume to Rightway Recruitment. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.