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 British Columbia Land Surveyor 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 a Commissioned BC Land Surveyor part of our Fort St. John Geomatics Division, you’ll lead delivery of construction, engineering and legal surveys for oil and gas development, land development and infrastructure projects. You will work with an experienced group of field and office geomatics technologists who deliver projects across Northern BC. This role involves managing client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor – offering guidance and counsel when needed to help clients efficiently execute their projects.
Our work is dynamic, not routine and involves supporting long-standing clients who trust us to deliver their most important projects. 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.
Find out more about Fort St John and the community at Northbound & Found | City of Fort St. John.
What You’ll Do
- Managing projects including working with clients to establish scope, budget, schedule and safety expectations.
- Providing advice and consulting clients on property and legal survey matters.
- Lead and direct field and office technical personnel on projects, communicating scope and schedule to crew members.
- Prepare deliverables and take professional responsibility for work products, managing information flow from field to final deliverables.
- Ensure quality assurance procedures are carried out and ensuring field returns, drawings and legal plans meet regulatory requirements.
- Providing mentorship, guidance, and training to members of your team.
- Other duties as required.
What You’ll Bring
- BCLS accreditation is required. Commissioned Land Surveyors from other jurisdictions with intent to attain ABCLS commission will be considered.
- Diploma or degree in Geomatics with strong data processing/computations skills.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in computer applications (MSCAD or Civil3D and GNSS processing software at minimum).
- Valid driver’s license.
- Periods of travel may be required for the role.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $145,000 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.
- 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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