Water and Wastewater Facilities Team Lead

McElhanney Ltd.; Penticton, Vancouver, Kelowna; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Western Canada seeks a Water and Wastewater Facilities Team Lead. This role involves leading a high-performing team in project management and technical design for water infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering background, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to developing staff and expanding client relationships. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Shareholder opportunity

Flexible work hours

Extended health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Maternity leave top-up

Parental leave top-up

Performance Bonus Plan

Employee and Family assistance program

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related technical experience in civil engineering.
• Strong technical and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers on water and wastewater projects.
• Manage technical, logistical, and financial aspects of projects.
• Develop new business opportunities and establish strategic relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

Water and Wastewater Facilities Team Lead

Friday, May 16, 2025

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 staffwith 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:

We have an exciting opportunity for two Team Leaders in our Water and Wastewater Facilities Division (WWFD) to become part of our team in Okanagan Valley and the Lower Mainland. As a Team Lead, you will have the opportunity to lead and work with a high-performing team that focuses on detailed design, delivery, construction management and project management of water and wastewater facilities infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for someone looking to further their leadership and technical skills as you will be mentored by senior technical specialists with extensive market relationships. In addition, you will also be a key player in supporting the development of staff, the growth of our division, and expansion of our clients in Alberta and BC.

Deadline to apply: July 16, 2025

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of engineers, designers and drafters focused on Water and Wastewater Facilities projects.
• Use your engineering expertise to provide input to resolve technical challenges.
• Grow project managers within the team to expand capacity to take on additional work.
• Develop new business opportunities and establish strategic relationships with key clients, agencies, and partners.
• Lead and manage diverse and multi-disciplined projects and manage technical, logistical, and financial aspects of the work, from proposal stage through to commissioning of the work.
• Collaborate with divisions across the region and the company in support of projects.
• Assist the Division Manager in business development, workload, staffing, equipment, safety, quality, and ensuring target financial outcomes.
• Assist Division Manager in the development and execution of branch strategic plans and budgets.
• Manage projects following robust quality management processes, and health and safety processes.

What You’ll Bring:

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering from an accredited university or institute, or otherwise able to register as a professional with EGBC.
• Demonstrated strong technical skills and 7+ years of related technical experience in civil engineering.
• Strong technical and project management skills with the ability to drive a project from inception to completion.
• Aptitude for leadership, continuous learning, knowledge sharing and relationship building.
• A positive attitude, the ability to build trust and engagement and a desire to support the growth of the Engineering Team.
• Demonstrated sound business development skills with an understanding of client-focused service.
• Strong communication skills both internally as well as externally when dealing with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize, delegate responsibilities, and motivate others to produce high-level results.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $110,240 to $149,760 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.

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

• Opportunity for the right candidate to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company
• Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle
• Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave top-up
• Participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth

Application Instructions

Please include the following in your application:

• An updated resume that is relevant to the position
• A cover letter that includes:
  • Why do you want this role?
  • What combination of qualities and experience do you have which will make you excel in this role?
  • What is your vision for this role?

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 now o r visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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