Electrical Specialist

Electrical Specialist

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Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Electrical Specialist will provide electrical construction leadership in the forms of office/coordination work as well as field level supervision on the assigned project.

They will coordinate activities required in the pre-construction, construction and start-up and commissioning of all building systems, including, but not limited to, temporary services, site services, elevator, and electrical systems while working collaboratively with the project team, including site and office staff.

This position will be primarily based in Winnipeg with required travel to project sites throughout Southern Manitoba.

Pre-Construction/Design Coordination

Perform detailed reviews of all construction drawings to identify potential conflicts between architectural/structural elements and electrical installations.

Review of electrical shop drawings and coordination with mechanical shop drawings.

Review progress of electrical trades scope of work.

Assist in the selection of electrical equipment, if required.

Review constructability of proposed electrical systems for projects.

Schedule and monitoring of major electrical deliverables.

Schedule

Assist the Bird Project Manager and Project Superintendent in the overall project schedule development specifically with respect to site services, electrical, elevator and fire suppression systems.

Lead the development of the detailed testing and commissioning schedule by coordinating with consultants, trades, and other subcontractors. Assist in coordinating with the overall project schedule.

Work with the team to find solutions to conflicts in structural, architectural, electrical drawings and specifications, and follow-up with consultants and sub-trades to completion.

Quality Control

Develop QA/QC program on electrical scope.

Coordinate all Site Services / Elevator / Electrical Quality Control. Ensure trade work is being completed as per the plans and specifications.

Witness of inspection testing and record progress. Coordinate consultant inspections as required.

Maintain an inspection log – update as new inspections are received.

Ensure the wall and ceiling inspections are completed by electrical subcontractors and signed off prior to drywall and/or acoustic ceilings being installed.

Review the progress of record drawings being maintained by the subcontractors.

Conduct monthly site safety inspections.

Plan, direct, and coordinate on-site electrical activities to comply with specifications, requirements, and codes.

Sub-trade Coordination

Understand the Building Systems and work directly with the…