Survey Crew Lead / Senior Technologist

McElhanney Ltd.; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Lloydminster is looking for a Survey Crew Lead / Senior Technologist. The role involves surveying related facilities and pipelines while providing opportunities for career growth. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience. The position offers competitive pay, relocation assistance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Maternity and parental leave benefits

Healthcare spending account

Employee assistance program

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of previous experience in surveying or related field.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from Project Manager to understand project objectives.
• Field completion of various surveys including well sites and pipelines.
• Manage information flow from field to office with clear notes and records.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in varied conditions

Physical ability to lift heavy equipment

Education

High school diploma / technical diploma

Job description

Overview

McElhanney is a 100% employee-owned and operated firm offering innovative engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. We have over 1,400 staff in 33 locations and provide eligible staff with shareholding options. We work in teams to build strong connections with staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy varied projects, autonomy, opportunities for career development, a competitive total compensation and benefits package, and collaboration with a team of professionals.

The Opportunity :

McElhanney has an opportunity for a Survey Crew Lead / Senior Technologist to join our team in Lloydminster, AB. Reporting to the Project Manager or Field Supervisor, this role involves surveying resource industry related facilities and pipelines and local construction and legal work in Lloydminster. This is a great opportunity for an individual looking to grow their career in Geomatics Engineering with a well-established company.

What You Can Expect

• Overtime earned at time and a half.
• Flexible work rotations suited to your needs.
• Living allowance and accommodations will be provided for out of town and Camp based projects.
• Hands on training and safety allowance for personal protective equipment.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be on-going and scheduled as required.

Relocation

Relocation assistance will be provided for the right candidate:

• Affordable cost of living: Lloydminster has a lower cost of living than many Canadian cities, enabling a good quality of life.
• Access to nature: Located in the Canadian prairies with opportunities for outdoor activities.
• Strong economy: Diverse industries including oil and gas, agriculture, and manufacturing with job opportunities in these sectors.
• Community spirit: A strong sense of community with local events and volunteering opportunities.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Take direction from the Project Manager to understand project objectives, budgets, goals, schedules, and timeframes.
• Communicate scope and schedule information to team members, set expectations, and ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Field completion of surveys including oil and gas well sites, pipelines, engineering, construction, and legal surveys.
• Liaise between Project Manager and client representative.
• Manage information flow from field to office and prepare clear field notes, records, and calculations.
• Ensure implementation of quality assurance, safety, and policy compliance.

What You’ll Bring :

• A high school diploma / technical diploma and 2-3 years of previous experience.
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment.
• Willingness to work in varied environmental conditions, including wildlife populated areas and remote locations for extended periods and varied hours.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel out of town for up to three-week periods.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and general computer knowledge.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol and fitness for work testing is required.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $32-$46 per hour. McElhanney offers fair compensation commensurate with education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range reflects the required level of qualifications and experience. The salary offered will be based on experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer :

A Full Range of Benefits to Keep You Healthy & Happy

• Relocation assistance or a signing bonus is available for the successful candidate based on their level of experience.
• Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave.
• Benefits including extended health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
• Employee & Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or by phone.
• A respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
• Interesting and diverse project work.
• Competitive salary, participation in a performance bonus plan, and potential share ownership in an employee-owned firm.
• Support for growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunities to join internal committees.
• Opportunity to join an employee-owned firm.

For a full review of our projects, please visit our online portfolio: https://www.mcelhanney.com/portfolio

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are committed to cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We 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 requirements. We are interested in getting to know you and your unique contributions.

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 (2025), visit Top Employer: McElhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).

Visit us on Glassdoor to learn more about our employee experience.

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

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