Division Manager, Civil Engineering

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Terrace; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity and parental leave top up

Health and dental coverage

RRSP matching

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Bonus plan and share ownership

Relocation support

Professional development

Flexible hours

Work-Life Harmony

Job summary

McElhanney is seeking an Engineering Division Manager for the Terrace office. This leadership role will guide a multidisciplinary civil engineering team, strengthen client relationships, and drive strategic growth within Northwest BC. The candidate should bring substantial consulting experience and P.Eng.

eligibility in BC. Join a long-standing Western Canadian firm with a strong community focus, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive consulting engineering experience including project leadership.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC or eligibility.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Terrace Civil Engineering Division, guiding operations and project delivery across the region.
• Build and strengthen client relationships and identify opportunities to expand services.
• Mentor and support a multidisciplinary team including engineers, technologists, and designers.
• Provide leadership through project lifecycles to ensure quality, client satisfaction, and financial performance.
• Collaborate with McElhanney teams across offices to deliver innovative solutions and share expertise.
• Serve as a visible community leader, engaging with clients, Indigenous communities, and partners.
• Shape the division's strategic direction and drive its long-term growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Building

Mentoring

Organizational Skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree

P.Eng. BC

Engineering Technologist (Senior)

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

Are you a driven professional ready to take the next step into leadership? McElhanney is offering an exciting opportunity for an aspiring leader to become an Engineering Division Manager of our Terrace office. This role is ideal for someone who’s built a strong foundation in consulting and is now looking to lead a multidisciplinary team, shape business strategy, and make a lasting impact in a thriving community.

Live, Work, and Play in Terrace

Imagine building your career while enjoying some of the best outdoor recreation in Canada. Surrounded by spectacular mountains, rivers, and wilderness, the city offers an exceptional quality of life, with affordable housing, short commute times, and year-round outdoor recreation. From world-class fishing and hiking to skiing at nearby Shames Mountain, Terrace provides an outstanding balance of career opportunity and lifestyle. As a leader in our Terrace office, you'll have the opportunity to take advantage of one of Northern BC's most vibrant and growing communities and make a meaningful impact on the region while enjoying all that Northwest BC has to offer.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and grow our Terrace Civil Engineering Division, guiding business operations, team development, and the delivery of impactful infrastructure projects throughout the region.
• Build and strengthen client relationships while identifying new opportunities to expand our presence and services across Northwest BC.
• Mentor and support a talented team that currently includes a Professional Engineer, two Engineers-in-Training, and two Civil Design Technologists, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
• Provide leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables, strong client satisfaction, and successful financial performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across McElhanney—including civil, structural, environmental, survey, and biology specialists in Terrace, Kitimat, Prince Rupert, Smithers, and our other offices across Western Canada—to deliver innovative solutions project variety/resources and share expertise.
• Serve as a visible leader within the community, building relationships with clients, Indigenous communities, local governments, industry partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Help shape the strategic direction of the division and play a key role in its continued growth and long-term success.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Civil Engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia, or eligibility for registration. We also welcome applications from experienced Senior Civil Engineering Technologists with relevant expertise.
• 6+ years of progressive consulting engineering experience, including project leadership and team development.
• Experience building client relationships and contributing to business growth within the civil infrastructure, municipal, mining, resource, or related sectors.
• A track record of successfully leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-quality projects.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, staff, and stakeholders.
• A collaborative leadership style, entrepreneurial mindset, and passion for mentoring others and helping teams succeed.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $155,000 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. Flexibile 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 and share ownership potential.
• 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.