Survey Project Manager

McElhanney; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Harmony

Comprehensive Benefits

Safe & Inclusive Workplace

Bonus plan & ownership

Job summary

McElhanney is seeking a Survey Project Manager to join our Lower Mainland or Sea to Sky team. You’ll manage land development, First Nations, municipal, and legal surveying projects, coordinating field crews and office staff to deliver on time and within budget.

You will build strong client relationships, oversee project scope and schedules, and mentor the survey team while upholding safety and quality standards. This role offers path for growth in a respected, employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant surveying experience with a strong technical foundation and field experience.
• Diploma or degree in Geomatics or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project management experience with the ability to manage projects, clients, crews, schedules, and budgets.
• Experience with legal land surveying in British Columbia, supporting land development, municipal, or First Nations projects.
• Strong communication, client relationship, teamwork, and project leadership skills.
• Proficiency with survey and design software including Civil 3D or MSCAD, and other industry standard survey processing software; Microsoft 365 familiarity.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license; BCLS or CLS designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage survey projects focused on land development, First Nations, municipal, and legal land surveying.
• Coordinate field crews and office staff, providing clear direction on project scope, schedules, priorities, and deliverables.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations from initiation through completion.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, internal project teams, and other Project Managers.
• Apply your technical surveying knowledge to support project planning, problem-solving, and successful field execution.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and mentorship to survey team members to support effective project delivery.
• Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed for field returns, drawings, legal plans, proposals, and other deliverables.
• Promote a strong culture of safety and adherence to McElhanney HSE policies and Safe Work Methods.

Skills

Surveying

Project management

Client relationships

Team leadership

Education

Geomatics degree

Tools

Civil 3D

MSCAD

Microsoft 365

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

McElhanney has an opportunity for a Survey Project Manager to join our team in the Lower Mainland or Sea to Sky region. This role is ideal for an experienced survey professional who has built a strong technical foundation in the field and is ready to take on greater responsibility for managing projects, clients, and survey teams. You’ll manage a variety of survey projects with a primary focus on land development, First Nations projects, municipal and legal land surveying, and supporting internal McElhanney project teams. Projects will largely be based throughout the Lower Mainland and Sea to Sky region, with opportunities to support remote and out-of-town legal survey work as needed. We’re looking for someone who understands the technical side of surveying and can confidently coordinate technical field and office staff, manage scope, schedule and budgets, and build strong relationships with clients and internal partners. Location: This position can be based anywhere in the Lower Mainland, with flexibility to work from a McElhanney office in Surrey, Vancouver, Langley, or Whistler. Travel is limited and will generally depend on project needs and your involvement in field activities.

What You’ll Do

• Manage survey projects focused on land development, First Nations, municipal, and legal land surveying
• Coordinate field crews and office staff, providing clear direction on project scope, schedules, priorities, and deliverables
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations from initiation through completion
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, internal project teams, and other Project Managers
• Apply your technical surveying knowledge to support project planning, problem-solving, and successful field execution
• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and mentorship to survey team members to support effective project delivery
• Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed for field returns, drawings, legal plans, proposals, and other deliverables
• Promote a strong culture of safety and adherence to McElhanney HSE policies and Safe Work Methods

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of relevant surveying experience, with a strong technical foundation and hands‑on field experience
• Diploma or degree in Geomatics or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Project management experience, with the ability to manage projects, clients, crews, schedules, and budgets
• Experience with legal land surveying in British Columbia, ideally supporting land development, municipal, or First Nations projects
• Strong communication, client relationship, teamwork, and project leadership skills
• Proficiency with relevant survey and design software, including Civil 3D or MSCAD, industry standard survey processing software, and Microsoft 365
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence
• BCLS or CLS designation is an asset; experienced senior survey technologists with relevant project management experience are also encouraged to apply

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $140,000 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. 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 asafety sensitiveposition.

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.