Civil Engineer

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 33 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

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer seeking a leadership opportunity? If so, we invite you to join our growing team in the beautiful city of Fort St. John, BC that offers great recreation, a close-knit community, and affordable housing. McElhanney has a unique opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join our team in Fort St. John, BC. In this role, you will join a young and growing team of engineers in a small-office environment. Not only is this an amazing opportunity for you to step into a key role that will help you take your career to the next level, but you will also work with a team of professionals who are fully capable of supporting you from design to construction.

The successful candidate will be part of our Fort St. John Engineering Branch and is either already based in or willing to relocate to Fort St. John. Fort St. John has a welcoming atmosphere, with a mix of outdoor adventure and community events. Fort St. John is known for its economic stability, and the cost of living is relatively affordable compared to larger cities. With its mix of natural beauty, economic opportunities, and tight-knit community, Fort St. John is an attractive place to call home.

This role is designated as a safety-sensitive position and completion of a pre-employment drug & alcohol and fitness for work testing is required.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Provide detailed production of engineering designs, drawings and specifications for various civil projects including municipal, land development, water and wastewater, site drainage, road works, bridges, and infrastructure upgrades.
2. Work from preliminary concepts and sketches into engineering designs, utilizing Civil 3D, as well as other technical software as needed.
3. Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, prepare development and construction cost estimates, tender documents and contracts, and coordinate with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved.
4. Complete field inspections to monitor the quality and progress of the work being performed.
5. Assist with Construction management and contract administration.
6. Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

What You’ll Bring

1. Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with a 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
2. Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. or eligibility for registration) in British Columbia.
3. Proficiency in the application of specialized design software such Civil 3D.
4. Experience in a consulting engineering environment an asset, but not required.
5. Experience with basic structural engineering design would be an asset, but not required.
6. High productivity, attention to detail, and effective verbal and written communication skills.
7. Ability to work well in a collaborative, team environment.

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.

• Relocation allowance to help with moving costs.
• Extensive training and development programs to elevate your skills and career.
• Opportunities for leadership and advancement within the company.
• Fort St. John is a great city to live in with an affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and a friendly community.
• Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave.
• Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone.
• A family-like culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all.
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth.
• Ability to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company.

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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