Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Overview

Lead electrical design and project delivery for building upgrade/retrofit projects.

Key Responsibilities

• electrical design
• project delivery
• client communication
• system assessment
• code compliance
• mentor engineers

Tasks

You’ll be responsible for leading electrical design and project delivery on a variety of building upgrade, retrofit, and modernization projects, helping improve the performance, efficiency, and longevity of existing facilities. The role blends technical expertise, project management, and client engagement, offering the chance to work on impactful projects across multiple sectors. -Mentor junior engineers and EITs, providing technical guidance and leadership. -Maintain strong client communication throughout project delivery and identify opportunities for ongoing work. -Lead and coordinate the conceptual and detailed design of electrical building systems including power distribution, lighting, life safety, and communications. -Oversee project delivery, including design coordination, contract administration, and field reviews during construction. -Provide technical advisory services to clients on building upgrade and retrofit strategies. -Conduct assessments and condition reports on existing electrical systems and recommend upgrades. -Participate in internal design reviews and quality assurance checks to uphold technical standards. -Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including the Canadian Electrical Code and BC Building Code.

Requirements

• power distribution
• lighting
• life safety
• electrical code
• p.eng.
• 5+ years

What You Bring

Our client, a leading integrated design and construction firm, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer & Project Manager to join their Building Upgrades Team in Vancouver. This is a key leadership opportunity for a technically strong, client-focused professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. -Strong background in power distribution, lighting, life safety, and communications systems. -Experience preparing design drawings, specifications, feasibility studies, and cost estimates. -Working knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, BC Building Code, and National Building Code of Canada. -Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary project teams and maintain client relationships. -Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in electrical building design. -Experience with building upgrades, retrofits, or energy-efficiency projects considered an asset. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -P.Eng. designation in Electrical Engineering (or eligible for registration with EGBC).

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Benefits

💰 $115,000 – $150,000 annually + comprehensive benefits -Collaborative, inclusive culture within a highly regarded integrated firm. -Comprehensive health, dental, and wellness benefits, including a Health Spending Account. -Opportunities to work on sustainability-driven and technically diverse projects. -Convenient downtown Vancouver location close to transit and amenities. -RRSP matching and continuing education support. -Competitive salary: $115,000 – $150,000, depending on experience. -Regular company events, community initiatives, and professional networking opportunities.

About Skyline Recruitment Ltd

-Founded in downtown Vancouver, the company carved out a niche as a recruitment partner in construction, engineering, real estate, and architecture. -From boutique beginnings, it evolved into a national player, embedding consultants into client teams to deliver tailored talent solutions. -Known for executive and specialist placements—from site superintendents to senior engineers—the company bridges leadership and project delivery. -Typical assignments span geotechnical to QEHS director roles, with recent mandates across Canada from Alberta to Ontario. -Their approach blends deep market insight with relationship-driven headhunting, surfacing candidates with both technical fit and cultural edge.

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