British Columbia Land Surveyor (BCLS)

McElhanney; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Commissioned British Columbia Land Surveyor in Fort St. John to manage various surveys and provide mentorship to junior staff. Ideal candidates must have BCLS accreditation and a background in Geomatics. This role offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and a supportive workplace culture focused on equity and inclusion.

Benefits

Maternity leave top-up

Parental leave

Extended health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Employee & Family assistance program

Professional development reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• BCLS accreditation is required and CLS commission is an asset.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage survey project budgets and financial reporting.
• Lead survey crews and communicate scope to crew members.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Data processing/computations

Education

Diploma or degree in Geomatics

Tools

MSCAD

Civil3D

GNSS processing software

Job description

Posted Monday, July 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM

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 staffwith 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 Ltd. is looking for aCommissioned British Columbia Land Surveyorfor ourFort St. John, BCbranch to manage oil and gas development surveys, land development and infrastructure projects, utility right of way surveys, topographic surveys, construction and engineering layout, surveys on provincial and First Nations lands, provide support to our geomatics team and advice to our clients.Our culture of teamwork, mentorship and career growth make this position ideal for the successful candidate to both mentor junior staff, and to be mentored by senior management and surveying specialists within our organization.

Live in Fort St. John:

Located in the heart of the majestic Peace River country, Fort St. John is the largest city in Northeastern BC and supports a trading area of more than 70,000 people in the city and outlying service region. The population is dynamic, young, and energetic and, as the population continues to grow, so does the supply of retail shopping and other amenities. The friendly, small-town feel is matched with big city amenities, creating a fantastic combination for many to call home. Fort St. John offers top-notch indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and endless opportunities for outdoor adventures, and being “The Energetic City”, has hundreds of events taking place every year that entertain people of all ages and interests.

Located outside Fort St. John? We welcome you to apply and work on diverse projects with us. Relocation Assistance is provided.

Salary Range: $91,000- $128,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary 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.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Working in a team setting to establish project scope, budget and schedule, and other project or client expectations
• Leading survey crews on projects; communicating scope and scheduling information to crew members
• Managing project budgets and financial reporting
• Managing various survey project types including legal, land development (subdivisions) and infrastructure, topographic, engineering and construction layout
• Liaising with both internal (McElhanney) and external Project Managers and clients
• Preparing accurate field notes and drawings, managing information flow from field to final deliverables
• Providing mentorship, guidance, and training to assist with subordinate’s professional development
• Ensuring quality assurance procedures are carried out for proposals, field returns, drawings, legal plans, documents, proposals and other deliverables
• Providing advice to clients on property and legal survey matters
• Other duties as required.

What You’ll Bring:

• BCLS accreditation is required and CLS commission is an asset. 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
• Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
• Extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching
• Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
• Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership
• Financial assistance to support your relocation (if applicable)
• Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees.
• Working and living in Northern BC and enjoying all the year-round recreation activities it has to offer

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 o r 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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