Intermediate/Senior Civil Engineer

McElhanney Ltd.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Safe & Inclusive Workplace

Attractive compensation package

Professional Development Opportunities

Relocation Support

Job summary

McElhanney Ltd. is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Civil Engineer based in Burnaby to join their team. In this role, you will provide leadership and mentorship while managing projects that significantly influence local development.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of civil design experience and holds a degree in Civil Engineering. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $105,000 to $155,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant civil design experience.
• Experience managing engineering projects.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed production of engineering designs and specifications.
• Manage projects from planning to completion, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Coordinate document preparation for approvals and contracts.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Technical mentorship

Civil design experience

Business acumen

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

The Opportunity

McElhanney is looking for an experienced Intermediate/Senior Civil Engineer who is a team player to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll work on meaningful projects that directly impact development across local communities, while building strong, lasting relationships along the way. You’re someone who is goal-oriented, thrives in a team environment, and takes pride in mentoring and supporting junior technical staff.

Location

This role reports to the Prince George office; however, the successful candidate may be based out of any McElhanney office within British Columbia.

What You’ll Do

• Build business and seek opportunities that will grow the skill set of the team.
• Provide detailed production of engineering designs, drawings and specifications for various civil projects including new municipal utilities, road works, bridges and culverts, water and wastewater, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Manage projects from planning through completion, including client communication, budgeting, scheduling and overall project coordination.
• Work from preliminary concepts and sketches into engineering designs, plans and project informational requirements, using Civil 3D, as well as other technical software as needed.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, prepare construction cost estimates, tender documents, and contracts, prepare contract documents, as well as coordinate with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved.
• Assist with construction management and contract administration, including field reviews and safety leadership visits.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Work with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved and maintained.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with 6+ years’ of relevant civil design experience.
• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. or eligibility for registration) in British Columbia.
• Experience managing engineering projects, including taking professional accountability for designs, scheduling, budgets, and client communication.
• Effective people, client and project management skills.
• Sound business acumen and a keen entrepreneurial spirit.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $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.

• 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.

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.

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