Construction Surveyors / Survey Technicians

McElhanney Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Construction Surveyors or Survey Technicians to join their Edmonton team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, including municipal infrastructure and highways, while utilizing cutting-edge surveying technologies. The firm emphasizes safety and employee growth, providing opportunities for career development and a supportive team environment. With a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, this company values contributions from all backgrounds. If you're ready to advance your career in surveying with a company that prioritizes its people, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Employee & Family assistance program

Competitive salary

Performance bonus plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role required.
• Willingness to work extended hours and on varied terrain.

Responsibilities

• Field completion of surveys supporting engineering and construction.
• Work with the latest surveying technologies and instruments.

Skills

Surveying

Geomatics

Robotic Total Stations

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Education

Two-year technical diploma in Geomatics

Higher level of experience in surveying

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroSurvey

Trimble Business Centre

RPAS/Drone Technology

Job description

Monday, March 10, 2025

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:

McElhanney has a need for multiple Construction Surveyors or Survey Technicians to join our Edmonton Geomatics branch to work on projects local to the Edmonton area.

We currently have live and upcoming projects relating to municipal infrastructure, highways, rail, LRT, bridges, earthworks, structural and utilities. Some projects require a full-time survey presence for the duration of the project and potentially offer survey foreman/supervisor opportunities.

This is a great opportunity for an individual that is looking to grow their career in Surveying with an industry-leading company that understands people are their greatest asset and commits to safety and supporting staff. McElhanney is a large company with resources, abilities and opportunities that are beyond most competitors, but it maintains a small company feel where staff contribution and ideas are encouraged and recognized.

• Opportunities exist in Edmonton and surrounding municipalities.
• Numerous city-based projects are multiyear assignments and can offer continuous 5-6 day working weeks.
• McElhanney has industry leading capabilities in Surveying, Scanning, RPAS/drone operations, Bathymetry, LiDAR and remote sensing, line locating and GIS, offering the opportunity to expand knowledge and contribute to improving and implementing processes.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required, as well as pre-site access testing as per client requirements.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License is mandatory

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Field completion of surveys in support of Engineering and Construction including topographic surveys, layout of alignments, grades and features; high order control networks, deformation monitoring and quantity measurements.
• Work with the latest generation of conventional instruments as well as terrestrial scanners, RPAS/drone units and emerging technologies. We strive to provide clients with the highest levels of service and commit to support field staff with the appropriate resources and equipment required to complete the task.
• Work with Project Managers and clients to understand objectives, budgets, schedules, and timeframes.
• Expand upon, or develop, processing and calculating skills to gain a broader knowledge of survey operations.
• Some projects offer the opportunity to work alongside McElhanney Site Inspectors and Engineers on site as part of the Consultant Engineers team, offering the chance to learn construction management while providing all project surveying services.
• McElhanney operates a fleet of over 50 RPAS/drones with a program to continually develop staff and processes. We can provide the necessary training to qualify for Advanced Certification.
• Where appropriate work semi autonomously to manage surveying tasks, fully supported by a project team.
• Ensure implementation of quality assurance, safety, and policy compliance.

What You’ll Bring:

• Two-year technical diploma in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or relatable subject with at least 2 years of previous experience in a similar role. A higher level of experience in surveying, construction or engineering will be considered if no diploma is held.
• 3 years relevant site experience.
• Some assignments require a willingness to work up to 12 hours per day, 6 days per week for extended periods.
• Competence in the fundamentals and use of robotic Total stations.
• Physical ability to work on varied terrain, potentially over long days and the ability to lift heavy equipment.
• Experience with Civil 3D, MicroSurvey and Trimble Business Centre is an asset.
• The ability to work in confined spaces and at height is beneficial (not essential).

What Can We Offer You?

• A team focused atmosphere that encourages ideas for all levels to continuously improve site and office processes, with recognition going to those that contribute.
• An opportunity to work with, and develop the use of, the latest surveying and geospatial technology.
• Work with Project Managers, Surveyors and Engineers that are willing to share knowledge in support of career development and to solve problems.
• Involvement with long-term clients in a variety of markets and industries. McElhanney’s diverse projects offer the opportunity for year round work opportunities.
• 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.
• Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan.

Pay Range: $26- $39 per hour. 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.

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 (2024), visit Top Employer: McElhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).

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