About McElhanney
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,500 staff members in 31 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.
The Opportunity
McElhanney is looking for an Intermediate Civil Engineer who is a team player to join our growing team. In this role, you'll work on meaningful projects that directly impact development across local communities while building strong, lasting relationships along the way. You're someone who is goal-oriented, thrives in a collaborative environment, and enjoys supporting and mentoring junior technical staff.
As part of our engineering team, you'll contribute to a wide range of municipal and infrastructure projects, delivering practical, sustainable solutions that make a real difference. You'll take an active role in project delivery and coordination, working closely with clients, project teams, and senior leaders to achieve successful outcomes while continuing to develop your technical and project management expertise.
You'll collaborate with a diverse network of professionals, including civil, transportation, water/wastewater, geotechnical, and structural engineers, as well as geomatics and environmental specialists. With access to expertise across our regional offices, you'll benefit from the resources and opportunities of a large, multidisciplinary firm, combined with the supportive, close-knit culture of a local team.
Location: This role reports to the Prince George office; however, the successful candidate may be based out of any McElhanney office within British Columbia.
What You’ll Do
- Provide detailed production of engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for various civil projects including municipal utilities, roadworks, bridges and culverts, water and wastewater systems, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Manage and coordinate projects from planning through completion, including client communication, budgeting, scheduling, and project coordination, with support from senior staff as required.
- Work from preliminary concepts and sketches into engineering designs, plans, and project documentation using Civil 3D and other technical software as needed.
- Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, construction cost estimates, tender documents, contracts, and project deliverables.
- Assist with construction management and contract administration, including field reviews and safety leadership visits.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, EITs, and technical staff.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved and maintained.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
What You’ll Bring
- Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with 8+ years of relevant civil design experience.
- Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (PEng) with EGBC or eligibility for registration in British Columbia.
- Experience coordinating and delivering engineering projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers, EITs, or technical staff is considered an asset.
- Strong client relationship, communication, and project coordination skills.
- Proficiency with Civil 3D and related engineering software.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $140,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
- Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.
- Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan.
- Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, workshops, and committee involvement.
- Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.
- Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.
This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!
If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Learn more about our recognition here: McElhanney Requalifies as a Gold Standard Best Managed Company!
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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
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