Commissioned Alberta Land Surveyor (ALS)

McElhanney; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Health and dental coverage

RRSP matching

EAP (Employee & Family Assistance)

Relocation assistance

Job summary

McElhanney Ltd. in Grande Prairie seeks a Commissioned Alberta Land Surveyor with strong leadership to deliver Crown land, road and utility surveys, topographic work and construction layout. You will mentor junior staff and coordinate with project managers and clients to ensure timely, accurate results.

The role emphasizes hands-on project delivery within an established multidisciplinary team, with relocation support and a clear path for career growth at a long‑standing Alberta firm.

Qualifications

• Licensed land surveyor with ALSA registration in good standing or eligible for ALSA registration.
• Minimum 5 years post-commission experience in surveying, energy, infrastructure or legal work.
• Proven ability to lead survey teams and manage client expectations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with mentoring ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse regional survey projects including Crown land, topographic and construction layout.
• Direct survey crews, set scope, budget, and schedule with project managers.
• Manage budgets and provide regular financial reporting.
• Ensure QA procedures for field returns, plans, and deliverables.

Skills

ALS designation

5+ years exp

Project leadership

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Survey software

Tools

MicroSurvey

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD

Job description

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 1,500 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 Ltd. is looking for a Commissioned Alberta Land Surveyor (ALS) with extensive experience to join our team in Grande Prairie, Alberta, as a Land Surveyor.

We also welcome applications from registered articling students who are actively progressing toward their ALS designation and are nearing completion.

The successful candidate will lead a variety of interesting and challenging regional survey projects, including Crown land surveys, road and utility infrastructure surveys, topographic surveys, and construction and engineering layout. This role is well-suited to a self-driven professional with strong communication skills who enjoys both technical leadership and hands‑on project delivery within an established multidisciplinary team.

McElhanney’s culture of teamwork, mentorship, and career growth makes this position ideal for someone who is eager to both mentor junior staff and continue developing under the guidance of senior management and surveying specialists across the organization.

Candidates from other Canadian provinces with an equivalent professional land surveying commission who are willing to relocate may be considered, subject to eligibility for registration with the Alberta Land Surveyors Association (ALSA) upon relocation.

Live, Work and Play in Grande Prairie

Grande Prairie offers a welcoming, community-focused lifestyle where you can truly enjoy a strong work‑life balance. With an affordable cost of living, shorter commutes, and easy access to year-round outdoor recreation, from hiking and fishing in the summer to skiing and snowmobiling in the winter- it’s a great place to build both your career and your personal life. The region also offers all essential amenities, making it a comfortable and rewarding place to call home.

What You’ll Do

• Working in a team setting to establish project scope, budget, schedule, and other project or client expectations.
• Leading survey crews on projects and communicating scope and scheduling information to team members.
• Managing project budgets and supporting financial reporting.
• Managing various survey project types including legal surveys, energy-focused projects, occasional land development (subdivisions), infrastructure, topographic surveys, engineering, and construction layout.
• Liaising with both internal (McElhanney) and external Project Managers and clients to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Managing information flow from field operations through to final deliverables.
• Providing mentorship, guidance, and training to support the development of junior staff and articling students.
• Ensuring quality assurance procedures are followed for proposals, field returns, drawings, legal plans, documents, and other deliverables.
• Providing technical and/or professional guidance on property and legal survey matters appropriate to experience and designation level.
• Other duties as required.

What You’ll Bring

• ALS (preferred) in good standing with ALSA, OR equivalent Canadian provincial land surveying commission with eligibility to obtain ALSA registration.
• Registered articling students actively progressing toward ALS designation and nearing completion will also be strongly considered.
• Candidates from other Canadian provinces with equivalent commissions may be considered, subject to eligibility for registration with the Alberta Land Surveyors Association (ALSA) upon relocation.
• 5+ years post-commission experience preferred, or equivalent progressive senior surveying experience. Strong background in energy, infrastructure, or legal surveying preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, client coordination, and delivering survey projects on time and within budget.
• Strong ability to lead, develop, and motivate survey teams, with prior supervisory or mentoring experience considered an asset.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with industry-standard surveying software (e.g., MicroSurvey, Trimble Business Center or equivalent).
• Willingness to travel for project work as required.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $91,000 - $140,000 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.

Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.