Intermediate/Senior Project Manager, Transportation

ITE Canada; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to join their Calgary team. The role involves managing civil transportation infrastructure projects, fostering collaboration, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates should have a Professional Engineer designation, 7-15 years experience, and a track record of successful urban project management. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for growth and flexibility in work arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-15 years of experience in civil infrastructure.
• Direct project experience with the City of Calgary preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of transportation projects.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Prepare and oversee project documentation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Mentor junior engineering staff.

Skills

Managing urban transportation projects

Technical accuracy and compliance

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Professional Engineer (P. Eng.)

Professional Technologist (P.Tech)

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 1,400 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 – Shape the Future of Transportation in Western Canada – Join us in Calgary!

McElhanney is looking for a Transportation Project Manager to join our growing team in Calgary. In this role, you will apply your technical capabilities and leadership to civil transportation infrastructure projects – from concept through construction. Working with experienced and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll keep projects on track and aligned with client goals. You’ll play a central role in managing design and construction delivery, supporting business development, and mentoring junior staff.

This position is Calgary-based and offers the flexibility of remote work.

Why This Role Might Be a Great Match For You

• You thrive on variety and want to work on complex, high-impact urban transportation and municipal infrastructure projects that shape growing communities across Alberta.
• You’re ready to lead, bringing your technical expertise and field experience to a team that values collaboration, innovation, and practical, buildable solutions.
• You’re looking for real influence, with opportunities to grow client relationships, mentor junior staff, and help steer both project success and business development.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of transportation engineering projects, from proposal development, scoping, and budgeting through detailed design, implementation, and closeout. Effectively communicate technical concepts to clients, contractors, and project partners.
• Develop and actively manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans to meet or exceed performance, quality, and delivery benchmarks.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across offices and disciplines, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Prepare and oversee comprehensive project documentation, including technical specifications, financial reports, progress updates, and contractual deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, leveraging your network and credibility with the City of Calgary and other Alberta municipalities to drive project success and future opportunities.
• Mentor and support junior engineering staff, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new project opportunities and supporting proposal preparation.

What You’ll Bring

• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), Professional Technologist (P.Tech).
• 7–15 years of experience in civil infrastructure, ideally combining both field and office based consulting roles.
• Direct project experience with the City of Calgary is strongly preferred; experience with surrounding and other urban municipalities is also valuable.
• Proven track record in:
  • Managing urban and semi-urban transportation projects (e.g., interchanges, streetscapes, bridges).
  • Overseeing detailed design ensuring technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with client and regulatory standards.
  • Managing construction delivery, including tender preparation, contract administration and site coordination.
  • Leading proposal development and delivering impactful client presentations.
  • Navigating third-party coordination (utilities, developers, adjacent projects).
  • Field experience, including materials testing, site inspections, and construction oversight.
  • Project controls and reporting, including invoicing, change orders, progress reporting, and budget tracking
• Valid (or in progress) Class 5 driver’s license.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $110,000 – $175,000 per year.

In addition to base salary, our total compensation package includes annual performance-based bonuses, competitive benefit plans, generous vacation, and potential shareholder opportunities through our employee-owned structure, making overall compensation highly competitive within the industry. McElhanney’s culture, competitive total compensation, career development opportunities, and meaningful work are key differentiators that have contributed to long tenures and fulfilling careers for our staff.

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 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 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. 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 noworvisitwww.mcelhanney.com/careersto learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.