Civil Engineering Technologist
May 3 2023
Industries
Architecture, Engineering and related
Categories CAD/DAO, Design, Drafting, Civil engineering, Construction, Structure, Trades, Manual, Operator, Machinist,
Courtenay, BC • Full time
Role Overview
McElhanney Ltd. is currently seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Civil Engineering Technologist in Courtenay, BC. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their design/construction engineering experience by working on a wide variety of land development, municipal, and construction projects. The successful candidate will be an expert with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and other technical software.
We believe in a team approach, working hard and playing hard, and the satisfaction that comes with providing solutions to complex projects. We provide opportunities for professional growth and learning through project delivery and internal / external education. We are client focused and take great pride in providing value and contributing to project success.
Responsibilities
Requirements
What’s In It For You?
McElhanney’s culture of mentorship and career growth make this position ideal for the successful candidate to be mentored by senior management and specialists within our organization.
We are proud to be listed as one of the Best Places to Work in Canada and Gold Standard for Best Managed Companies. Working with us provides unique opportunities such as building entrepreneurial skills and guiding projects of all sizes from start to finish.
A Full Range of Benefits to Keep You Healthy & Happy
A Full Our Commitment to Diversity
As our Leadership team grows, we continue to recognize the importance of building high-performing teams that are diverse and inclusive. At McElhanney, diversity means engaging the best minds of the profession, which includes women, Indigenous people, and people of colour. We strive to foster and sustain a culture where all staff have an equal opportunity to belong and build a meaningful career. This position welcomes all qualified candidates to apply, and we specifically encourage all ethnicities, religions, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability, or persons who may require an accommodation to apply.
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 1,000 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.
#li-at1 #li-hybrid #li-intermediate #li-junior
If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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To learn more about employee experience at McElhanney, visit us on Glassdoor
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Click here to know why McElhanney Ltd. was selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2023)
McElhanney is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion which celebrates the successes that comes from a team diverse in expertise, experiences, and perspectives. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, welcoming all ethnicities, religions, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, or people with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process.
McElhanney is aware of activities where individuals have received fraudulent job offers. Please be advised that McElhanney will not ask applicants for any form of monetary exchange at any point in the recruitment process. To learn more visit: www.mcelhanney.com/careers/fraud-warning
The disclosure of your information in accordance with this Policy and applicable law, including to third party service providers may result in your personal information being transferred outside of Canada, including to the United States. Such transferred personal information may be subject to the laws of these other countries and the laws of other countries regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information may be different from the laws of Canada.
McElhanney Ltd. is currently seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Civil Engineering Technologist in Courtenay, BC. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their design/construction engineering experience by working on a wide variety of land development, municipal, and construction projects. The successful candidate will be an expert with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and other technical software.
We believe in a team approach, working hard and playing hard, and the satisfaction that comes with providing solutions to complex projects. We provide opportunities for professional growth and learning through project delivery and internal / external education. We are client focused and take great pride in providing value and contributing to project success.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the production of engineering designs, drawings, specifications, cost estimates and tender documents for projects such as potable water, sanitary sewers, stormwater management plans, roadway design, site grading and drainage systems
- Take projects from preliminary concepts and sketches into engineering designs, plans, and project documentation requirements, using primarily Civil 3D, as well as other technical software as needed
- Coordinate the preparation of documents required for regulatory approvals, prepare construction cost estimates and tender documents/contracts
- Coordinate with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved
- Identify issues and facilitate corrective measures, think independently
- Liaise with contractor, clients/owners and affected stakeholders
Requirements
- Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology plus 3+ years’ experience in municipal design and construction
- Registration as an A.Sc.T. or other technical accreditation is an asset
- Proficiency in Civil 3D Software is essential
- Excellent communication, client management, and relationship-building skills
- Experience with administering construction contracts
- Ability to work without supervision as well as within a busy and close-knit team environment
- Experience in the training/supervising of junior technical staff would be an asset
What’s In It For You?
McElhanney’s culture of mentorship and career growth make this position ideal for the successful candidate to be mentored by senior management and specialists within our organization.
We are proud to be listed as one of the Best Places to Work in Canada and Gold Standard for Best Managed Companies. Working with us provides unique opportunities such as building entrepreneurial skills and guiding projects of all sizes from start to finish.
A Full Range of Benefits to Keep You Healthy & Happy
- Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle
- Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
- Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching
- Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone
- A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
- Interesting and diverse project work
- Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership
- Financial assistance to support your relocation if applicable
- Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees
- Participation in our numerous programs that support our Four Cornerstones: people & communities, clients & partners, processes & technology, and financial
A Full Our Commitment to Diversity
As our Leadership team grows, we continue to recognize the importance of building high-performing teams that are diverse and inclusive. At McElhanney, diversity means engaging the best minds of the profession, which includes women, Indigenous people, and people of colour. We strive to foster and sustain a culture where all staff have an equal opportunity to belong and build a meaningful career. This position welcomes all qualified candidates to apply, and we specifically encourage all ethnicities, religions, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability, or persons who may require an accommodation to apply.
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 1,000 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.
Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
#li-at1 #li-hybrid #li-intermediate #li-juniorIf this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
To learn more about employee experience at McElhanney, visit us on Glassdoor
Click here to know why McElhanney Ltd. was selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2023)
McElhanney is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion which celebrates the successes that comes from a team diverse in expertise, experiences, and perspectives. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, welcoming all ethnicities, religions, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, or people with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process.
McElhanney is aware of activities where individuals have received fraudulent job offers. Please be advised that McElhanney will not ask applicants for any form of monetary exchange at any point in the recruitment process. To learn more visit: www.mcelhanney.com/careers/fraud-warning
The disclosure of your information in accordance with this Policy and applicable law, including to third party service providers may result in your personal information being transferred outside of Canada, including to the United States. Such transferred personal information may be subject to the laws of these other countries and the laws of other countries regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information may be different from the laws of Canada.
Department: Engineering
This is a full-time position
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