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 1,400 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 a Civil Engineer to join our growing Fort St. John team and help shape the future of the BC Peace Region. In this role, you’ll work on meaningful projects that directly impact local communities and the energy sector, while advancing your career in a supportive, collaborative environment.
As part of our Fort St. John Engineering Division, you’ll contribute to municipal and infrastructure projects across the region, providing practical and sustainable solutions. Beyond technical work, this role offers opportunities for business development, team leadership, and mentorship, ideal for someone ready to take the next step in their career.
You’ll collaborate with a diverse network of professionals, including civil, transportation, water/wastewater, geotechnical, and structural engineers, as well as surveyors and environmental specialists. With access to expertise from our regional offices, you’ll enjoy working with the resources of a large firm combined with the personalized culture of a smaller team.
The successful candidate is either already based in the Peace Region or willing to relocate to the Fort St John area. Fort St. John is one of Northern BC’s fastest-growing cities, offering a unique mix of natural beauty, economic opportunity, and affordability. The community is family-friendly, with excellent recreational options and a strong sense of connection, making it an attractive place to live and work.
Located outside Fort St. John? We welcome you to apply and work on diverse projects with us. Relocation Assistance is provided.
Find out more about Fort St John and the community at Northbound & Found | City of Fort St. John.
What You’ll Do
- Provide detailed production of engineering designs, drawings and specifications for various civil projects including new municipal utilities, road works, bridges and culvers, water and wastewater, and infrastructure upgrades
- Manage projects from planning through completion, including client communication, budgeting, scheduling and overall project coordination.
- Work from preliminary concepts and sketches into engineering designs, plans and project informational requirements, using Civil 3D, as well as other technical software as needed.
- Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, prepare construction cost estimates, tender documents, and contracts, prepare contract documents, as well as coordinate with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved.
- Assist with construction management and contract administration, including field reviews and safety leadership visits.
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.
- Work with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved and maintained.
What You’ll Bring
- Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with 6+ years’ of relevant civil design experience.
- Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. or eligibility for registration) in British Columbia.
- Experience managing engineering projects, including taking professional accountability for designs, scheduling, budgets, and client communication.
- Effective people, client and project management skills.
- Sound business acumen and a keen entrepreneurial sprit.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $92,000 - $137,000 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.
- Work-Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.
- 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 and share ownership potential.
- 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.
To learn more about our recognition as Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025), visit Top Employer: McElhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).
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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
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