Electrical Contractors’ Average Salaries

Feb 13, 2018
Electrical project managers have the highest average salary among electrical contractors, nearly $18,000 more than electrical estimators.
Feb 13, 2018
Electrical project managers have the highest average salary among electrical contractors, nearly $18,000 more than electrical estimators.
Flextherm was founded in 1991 by current company President, Philippe Charron. For more than 25 years, Flextherm has focused solely on floor heating systems, and they take their role as an industry leader very seriously.
September 7, 2023 In early August 2023, more than 30 businesses, trade associations, labour organizations, research entities, and other drivers of economic prosperity signed onto this open letter calling for accelerated action towards non-climate-polluting electricity nationwide by 2035. In a global economy accelerating towards net zero, clean electricity is Canada’s greatest investment advantage. With more…
This graph shows how skills for the role of Vice President, Operations affect salary. Strategic planning is far and above the most coveted skill, displaying a $155,000 median salary.
New CSA standards help pave the way for certification of electric vehicle charging stations in North America.
If you use your own car or truck as a work vehicle — and routinely drive it to construction sites — it’s important to treat it like any other piece of work-related equipment.
October 2, 2023 In Memorium: Robert (Bob) Alger, ECABC Hall of Fame Member Robert (Bob) AlgerApril 27, 1946 – September 4, 2023 Robert Alger memoriam from ECABC: On September 4th, 2023, our industry lost one of its most influential leaders, Bob Alger. Bob leaves behind an incredible legacy of a life well lived, and as…
Flextherm was founded in 1991 by current company President, Philippe Charron. For more than 25 years, Flextherm has focused solely on floor heating systems, and they take their role as an industry leader very seriously.
September 7, 2023 In early August 2023, more than 30 businesses, trade associations, labour organizations, research entities, and other drivers of economic prosperity signed onto this open letter calling for accelerated action towards non-climate-polluting electricity nationwide by 2035. In a global economy accelerating towards net zero, clean electricity is Canada’s greatest investment advantage. With more…
This graph shows how skills for the role of Vice President, Operations affect salary. Strategic planning is far and above the most coveted skill, displaying a $155,000 median salary.
New CSA standards help pave the way for certification of electric vehicle charging stations in North America.
If you use your own car or truck as a work vehicle — and routinely drive it to construction sites — it’s important to treat it like any other piece of work-related equipment.
October 2, 2023 In Memorium: Robert (Bob) Alger, ECABC Hall of Fame Member Robert (Bob) AlgerApril 27, 1946 – September 4, 2023 Robert Alger memoriam from ECABC: On September 4th, 2023, our industry lost one of its most influential leaders, Bob Alger. Bob leaves behind an incredible legacy of a life well lived, and as…
Flextherm was founded in 1991 by current company President, Philippe Charron. For more than 25 years, Flextherm has focused solely on floor heating systems, and they take their role as an industry leader very seriously.
September 7, 2023 In early August 2023, more than 30 businesses, trade associations, labour organizations, research entities, and other drivers of economic prosperity signed onto this open letter calling for accelerated action towards non-climate-polluting electricity nationwide by 2035. In a global economy accelerating towards net zero, clean electricity is Canada’s greatest investment advantage. With more…
This graph shows how skills for the role of Vice President, Operations affect salary. Strategic planning is far and above the most coveted skill, displaying a $155,000 median salary.
New CSA standards help pave the way for certification of electric vehicle charging stations in North America.
If you use your own car or truck as a work vehicle — and routinely drive it to construction sites — it’s important to treat it like any other piece of work-related equipment.
October 2, 2023 In Memorium: Robert (Bob) Alger, ECABC Hall of Fame Member Robert (Bob) AlgerApril 27, 1946 – September 4, 2023 Robert Alger memoriam from ECABC: On September 4th, 2023, our industry lost one of its most influential leaders, Bob Alger. Bob leaves behind an incredible legacy of a life well lived, and as…
August 20, 2025 Essex Energy is helping municipalities, universities and colleges across Ontario take advantage of incentives under Ontario’s Retrofit DER Program including solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. What’s Available Significant rebates available to eligible businesses and institutional organizations deploying rooftop or parking lot solar PV systems. These incentives are paid upon completion of the project, accelerating project… Read More…
August 18, 2025 By Brooke Stewart In today’s fast-paced construction landscape, electrical contractors are constantly pressured to keep their estimates competitive, often at the expense of healthy profit margins. Compounding this challenge are rising material costs, a shortage of skilled labor and siloed data, all of which make it increasingly difficult to stay competitive and… Read More…
August 18, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada Did you know that carbon emissions from this year’s Annual Industry Conference were offset? With the help of Hammond Power Solutions (HPS), EFC took an important step toward reducing our environmental impact by offsetting the emissions associated with the event. This milestone reflects a growing commitment within the electrical… Read More…
August 18, 2025 In 2024, FortisBC Energy Inc. and FortisBC Inc.’s (collectively FortisBC) conservation and energy-efficiency programs helped lower gas and electricity use while helping create more comfortable living and working spaces for customers. Building on 2023 reductions, its gas programs cut close to one million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO₂e) 1 in 2024. “Our customers’… Read More…
August 18, 2025 Blackline Safety Corp. has announced a major expansion of its quality assurance (QA) program. As part of the expansion, the company has increased its QA team, upgraded its inspection equipment, and boosted in-lab testing of its entire product line. Headquartered in Canada with offices in the UK, France, U.S., and UAE, Blackline… Read More…
August 18, 2025 EB Horsman & Son is pleased to announce the promotion of Sean O’Brien to Branch Manager of their Burnaby location, effective August 6, 2025. Sean brings over 15 years of experience in the electrical and lighting industry, with a strong background in sales, technical leadership, project management, and clean energy initiatives. He… Read More…
August 18, 2025 BCCA is pleased to receive the Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services’ Report on the 2026 Budget Consultation, and celebrates the emphasis placed on supporting BC’s construction industry and workforce. Chris Atchison, President of the BCCA, spoke to the Committee on the recommendations and priorities of BC’s construction industry. These included:… Read More…
August 18, 2025 This program is designed to support the retention and progression to certification of women apprentices in the 39 Red Seal Construction or Manufacturing trades. The program pairs women apprentices with experienced tradespeople to provide guidance, career development, and support throughout their apprenticeship journey. The program is for 6 months, with the mentor and… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.