Electrical Field Coordinator
Edmonton, AB | Full-Time | Year-Round Employment
Build More Than Infrastructure. Build Your Future.
For over 40 years, JATEC has been connecting communities through underground utilities, fibre optic networks, street lighting, highway sign infrastructure, and electrical systems across Canada. The work we do today helps build the communities people live, work, and grow in for generations.
As our projects continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Electrical Field Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and enjoys bringing people, plans, and resources together to deliver successful projects.
If you're a safety-focused construction leader who takes pride in quality workmanship, proactive planning, and building strong relationships, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As an Electrical Field Coordinator, you will play a critical role in supporting the successful execution of electrical and utility construction projects. Working closely with Superintendents, Foremen, clients, subcontractors, and inspection authorities, you'll help coordinate project activities, maintain quality standards, and ensure construction activities are completed safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities Include:
- Coordinating and planning daily and upcoming construction activities with project stakeholders
- Supporting project execution by aligning resources, materials, equipment, and subcontractors with project schedules
- Collaborating with Superintendents and Foremen to communicate project priorities and expectations to field crews
- Attending project kick-off meetings, pre-construction meetings, and site planning sessions
- Conducting pre-construction site walkthroughs to identify site readiness, design conflicts, and potential construction challenges
- Coordinating material releases based on project schedules and site requirements
- Managing and supporting project quality control processes, inspections, and documentation
- Conducting site inspections and walkthroughs with Foremen and Lead Hands to verify work quality and compliance with project requirements
- Coordinating third-party inspections and maintaining required documentation
- Tracking deficiencies, outstanding items, and project risks while communicating impacts to project leadership
- Proactively identifying opportunities to improve project efficiency, safety, quality, and execution
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
The Reality
We're upfront about what this job requires.
- Balancing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously
- Spending time both in the field and in the office environment
- Working closely with clients, inspectors, subcontractors, and field crews
- Managing changing schedules and responding quickly to project challenges
- Conducting site visits in active construction environments
- Working extended hours and occasional Saturdays during peak construction periods
- Holding yourself and others accountable to high standards of safety and quality
If you enjoy solving problems, planning ahead, supporting field teams, and helping projects run smoothly from start to finish, you'll fit right in.
Why Join JATEC?
- Year-round employment
- Local work in Edmonton and surrounding area with the opportunity to return home daily
- Competitive compensation package
- Overtime opportunities
- 100% employer-paid extended health benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)
- Construction Season Bonus Program
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Career advancement opportunities
- Opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding infrastructure projects
- Team-oriented culture built on safety, accountability, respect, and excellence
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3-5 years of construction experience within the electrical, utility, or civil construction industry
- Red Seal Electrician and/or Alberta Journeyman Electrician certification
- Strong understanding of construction methods, project coordination, scheduling, and field operations
- Ability to read and interpret contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Fieldwire, and related construction software
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound decision-making abilities
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean driving record
- Ability to work overtime and Saturdays as required
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen
- Successful completion of a pre-employment fitness assessment
Assets That Will Help You Stand Out
While not required, we'd love to hear from candidates who have:
- Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE) training
- Standard First Aid & CPR Certification
- Ground Disturbance Level II Certification
- Experience coordinating utility, street lighting, or transportation infrastructure projects
- Experience working with municipalities, developers, and utility owners
- Previous QA/QC and inspection coordination experience
- Strong understanding of electrical construction and underground utility installation practices
Don't meet every asset listed? We'd still like to hear from you.
What Success Looks Like
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- A strong commitment to safety and JATEC's Culture of People and Power
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills
- The ability to anticipate challenges before they impact project schedules
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
- A proactive approach to quality management and project execution
- Leadership that supports both project success and team development
Compensation
Competitive Salary
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and demonstrated industry expertise.
Leave Your Mark.
The infrastructure we build today will serve communities for decades. At JATEC, you'll be part of a team that's building the networks, utilities, and infrastructure that keep Alberta connected.
If you're ready to grow your career, contribute to meaningful projects, and join a company with a 40-year legacy of building communities, we'd like to hear from you.
We thank all applicants for their interest in JATEC. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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