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 has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineering Designer to join our growing Lloydminster team. This role is ideal for a seasoned design professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys a mix of technical work and project coordination, and is looking to contribute to impactful municipal and land development projects across the region.
As part of our multidisciplinary team, you’ll work alongside engineers, technologists, planners, and field staff to deliver high quality civil design solutions for both public and private sector clients. This is a chance to take on meaningful responsibility, mentor junior staff, and help shape the continued growth of our Lloydminster branch, all while enjoying the flexibility, autonomy, and supportive culture McElhanney is known for.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and produce detailed civil engineering designs and drawings for municipal infrastructure, land development, transportation, and site servicing projects.
- Prepare design models, grading plans, alignments, profiles, and construction details using Civil 3D.
- Support project managers with design coordination, scheduling, cost estimates, and quality control.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, constructible design solutions.
- Conduct site reviews, field checks, and assist with construction support as required.
- Mentor junior designers and technologists, providing guidance on design standards and best practices.
- Communicate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project expectations are met.
- Contribute to proposal preparation, design scopes, and project planning activities.
What You’ll Bring
- Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in civil engineering design, preferably in a consulting environment.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and familiarity with municipal design standards.
- Experience designing municipal infrastructure such as roads, water, sanitary, and storm systems.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
- Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with clients and project partners.
- Experience mentoring junior staff is an asset.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $82,000 - $122,000 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.
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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
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