Civil Engineer

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer seeking a leadership opportunity? If so, we invite you to join our growing team in the beautiful city of Fort St. John, BC that offers great recreation, amenities, and affordable housing. McElhaney has a unique opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join our team in Fort St. John, BC. Not only is this an amazing opportunity for you to step into a key role that will help you take your career to the next level, but you will also work with a team of professionals who are fully capable of supporting you from design to construction.

Leadership Opportunity

In this role, your primary responsibilities are to lead diverse civil projects, provide detailed design support in production of engineering design packages, assist in proposals, project management, and delivery of local and regional projects to both private landowners and to a variety of local municipalities and government agencies. With this role, you have the opportunity to take on a leadership role within our organization and make a significant impact on our business.

Community Feel but Access to Resources Across Western Canada

Although Fort St. John has a small-town feel, it is part of a larger community with access to resources across Western Canada. This means that you will have access to a wide range of resources and opportunities that will help you advance your career and achieve your professional goals. Fort St. John is located in the heart of the majestic Peace River country, Fort St. John is the largest city in Northeastern BC and supports a trading area of more than 70,000 people in the city and outlying service region. The population is dynamic, young, and energetic and, as the population continues to grow, so does the supply of retail shopping and other amenities. The friendly, small-town feel is matched with big city amenities, creating a fantastic combination for many to call home. Fort St. John offers top-notch indoor recreation facilities and endless opportunities for outdoor adventures, and being “The Energetic City”, has hundreds of events taking place every year that entertain people of all ages and interests.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $91,520 - $135,200 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.

• Relocation allowance to help with moving costs.
• Extensive training and development programs to elevate your skills and career.
• Opportunities for leadership and advancement within the company.
• Fort St. John is a great city to live in with an affordable cost of living and excellent schools
• 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 match
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families
• A family-like culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all 
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth 
• Ability to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide detailed production of engineering designs, drawings and specifications for various civil projects including municipal, oil and gas, land development, water and wastewater, site drainage, road works, bridges, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Work from preliminary concepts and sketches into engineering designs, plans and project informational requirements, using Civil 3D, as well as other technical software as needed.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, prepare development and construction cost estimates, tender documents and contracts, and coordinate with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved.
• Complete field inspections to monitor the quality and progress of the work being performed.
• Assist with Construction management and contract administration
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with a 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. or eligibility for registration) in BC
• Proficiency in the application of specialized design software such Civil 3D
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment an asset, but not required
• Experience with basic structural engineering, oil and gas design would be an asset, but not required
• High productivity, attention to detail, and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a collaborative, team environment.