Construction assistant Jobs in Ottawa, ON

Take the lead on complex electrical construction projects and make your mark at Plan Group.

Are you energized by the challenge of delivering complex, multi-million-dollar projects? Do you thrive in an environment where you can lead teams, solve problems, build strong client relationships, and see your work come to life?

At Plan Group, we're looking for an experienced Project Manager, Electrical Construction who is ready to take ownership of large-scale projects and lead them from planning through successful completion. If you take pride in delivering exceptional work safely, on time, and on budget, this could be your next opportunity.

As our Project Manager, you will:

• Lead electrical construction projects from start to finish, establishing project targets, schedules, budgets, and key milestones.
• Champion a strong Health & Safety culture, providing visible leadership and promoting safe work practices across the project.
• Monitor project progress, forecasts, costs, and schedules while proactively identifying risks, roadblocks, and potential delays.
• Lead pre-construction and project planning, including estimate turnover, kickoff meetings, subcontractor selection, material-handling strategies, risk management, and productivity planning.
• Drive quality assurance, commissioning, closeout, and project handover to ensure an exceptional final product.
• Identify and lead value engineering, cost-saving, and pricing initiatives that enhance project performance.
• Monitor critical-path activities and short-interval planning to keep projects moving forward.
• Partner closely with site supervision to monitor labour requirements and remove obstacles impacting productivity and project success.
• Oversee key project controls, including documentation, RFIs, change orders, equipment and material deliveries, coordination meetings, and progress reporting.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and ongoing feedback to project team members, helping them grow while building a high-performing team.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, general contractors, consultants, engineers, subcontractors, and other project partners.
• Bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach to challenges while keeping stakeholders informed and aligned.

Qualifications for this role include:

• Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of construction project management experience.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial and/or institutional electrical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost control, change management, procurement, and construction documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and collaborate effectively with clients, consultants, trades, and site supervision.
• Strong communication, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Electrical trade experience is considered a strong asset.

When you join #TeamPlanGroup, you’re not just starting a job – you’re building a career with one of Canada’s most respected contractors. Proudly recognized as a Top Employer in Canada for four consecutive years, Plan Group offers the opportunity to work on landmark projects that shape communities for the future.

As part of our global network, you’ll gain access to unparalleled resources, innovative technologies, and endless opportunities to contribute to impactful work. From advanced technology to complex infrastructure, every project is a chance to build your skills and leave a legacy.

Bring your talent, energy, and ideas, and let’s build something extraordinary – together.

For more information, follow us on social media and visit our website at www.plan-group.com.

Thank you for your interest in joining Plan Group, an equal opportunity employer. Please note that due to the volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process. Should you be contacted for an interview, please advise if accommodations are required. Plan Group does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.