Role Overview We are looking for a Vancouver-based intermediate Municipal Engineer who can successfully deliver municipal infrastructure projects by bringing together our diverse technical experts and designers to create innovative solutions to client needs. The successful proponent will bring a strong technical background in municipal engineering projects where we provide a wide array of services for municipalities, First Nations communities, and private industry clients. We are looking for project engineers that can make a difference by providing best-in-class service to our clients and projects by offering timely, knowledgeable, and practical solutions.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Provide technical direction on diverse municipal infrastructure projects related in scope from proposal stage through to commissioning of the work
Prepare technical reports, documents required for approvals, assist with development and construction cost estimates, tender documents, and contracts
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams that may include geotechnical, environmental, electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural, and other specialists
Maintain the team’s engagement and quality of work from concept through to construction completion
Lead, mentor, train, and support professional and junior staff in their technical development
What You’ll Bring:
4+ years of experience in designing infrastructure projects with an emphasis on working with local municipalities and First Nations communities
Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in B.C. or the ability to be registered
Excellent at establishing shared clarity in communications (written and drawings)
Experience with MMCD and local municipalities design and construction guidelines and standards
Proven ability to consistently provide high quality deliverables on time and on budget
An aptitude for quality thoughtful design, continuous learning, knowledge sharing and relationship building
What Can We Offer You?
Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle
Great benefits, including extended health & dental coverage, healthcare spending account, & RRSP matching
Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
Competitive salary and participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan
Opportunity to become a shareholder in an employee-owned firm
A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
Continuous support for your professional development and growth
Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone
Participation in our numerous programs that support our Four Cornerstones: people & communities, clients & partners, processes & technology, and financial
Continuous support for your professional development and growth including access to courses on our Learning Hub, paid professional development, mentorship program, and encouragement to join internal committees such as, Young Professional, Women at McElhanney, Equity Diversity and Inclusion, and technical service groups
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 112 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As an employee owned and operated firm with over 1,100 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high level 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.
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Department: Engineering This is a full-time position
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