Discipline Leader - Civil Infrastructure

Background: 
McElhanney is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for the next Discipline Leader to join our esteemed Civil Infrastructure team based out of our Langley business Center. Our Langley Civil Infrastructure team offers Municipal and Land Development engineering services and is part of our Vancouver Engineering Region. With an established presence in the Lower Mainland, we have delivered projects for every municipality in the Metro Vancouver area and are proud of our community and the work that we do! This opportunity is part of our meticulous succession planning, prompted by the promotion of the current Discipline Leader to a senior role as the Operations Leader of our Langley business center.  We're committed to seamlessly transitioning into this new chapter, ensuring continuity in delivering extraordinary outcomes to McElhanney's people, clients, and communities. This opportunity offers the chance to collaborate closely with the regional leaders leveraging their expertise to propel the team to the next level of success.

Application deadline: October 1, 2024, 8:59pm PT 

The Opportunity:
As Discipline Leader you are an experienced Professional Engineer aspiring to enhance your leadership prowess and leverage your robust technical skills in civil infrastructure specifically tailored to delivering diverse municipal infrastructure and land development projects including planning, design, and construction projects focused on transportation, drainage, sanitary, and water infrastructure. Reporting to the Operations Leader (internal classification: Branch Manager) of our Langley business center and working collaboratively with other regional leaders, you will be responsible for contributing to business center and regional strategic planning, controlling department budgets and scopes, as well as development of new and existing business, marketing of our services, and liaising with clients on project matters.
 
The role requires not only a deep understanding of technical aspects but also necessitates business acumen, adept people leadership, financial acuity, client relationship management, and a flair for business development. As an innovative leader, you are a proficient self-starter with keen skills for building new and leveraging existing extensive market relationships and client management. As a people leader, you are driven by seeing your team succeed by supporting their technical and professional development.

The successful candidate will be based in Langley and lead a team including senior, intermediate, and junior engineers and technologists located across the lower mainland. You will play a pivotal role in mentoring junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team. Adept people leadership entails not only guiding the team towards project success but also nurturing the growth and advancement of individual team members. You will inspire and motivate junior staff, providing guidance, support, and constructive feedback to help them excel in their roles. By fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, you will cultivate a cohesive team dynamic where every member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.  
 
Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead diverse municipal engineering projects; envision, manage technical, logistical, and financial aspects, and carry out engineering design from proposal stage through to commissioning
• Act as the Engineer of Record for transportation, sanitary, storm, and/or water infrastructure designs based on your skill set
• Lead successful proposals including technical and commercial aspects.
• Hire, retain, coach and mentor staff fostering a positive, and an engaged culture
• Facilitate continuous learning and professional development of team members
• Collaborate with other business centers across the region and company to support local projects
• Develop new business opportunities, and establish / nurture strategic relationships with key clients, agencies, and partners
• Assist the Operations Leader in operational duties including business development, workload, staffing, equipment, safety, quality, and financial outcomes
• Assist the Operations Leader in developing and executing business center strategic plans and budgets
• Represent McElhanney to the external environment including clients, business partners, and professional associations to enhance McElhanney’s positive public profile.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with strong technical skills and 8+ years of related technical experience in municipal engineering and/or land development.
• Experience with all government levels, construction contractors, and developers would be an asset
• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia or ability to obtain registration through existing inter-jurisdictional agreement

Skills & Attributes for Success: 

• Strong people, leadership, business, and organizational skills
• A great attitude with the ability to lead, develop, build trust and engagement, and motivate team members
• Proven ability to attract and retain clients, win projects and consistently provide high quality deliverables on time and on budget
• Aptitude for continuous learning, knowledge sharing and relationship building

What can we Offer You:
The salary range for this position is $104,000 to $165,000 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.

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:

1. An updated resume that is relevant to the position.
2. A cover letter that includes: 

• • Your motivation for applying for this position, highlighting what specifically attracts you to the role.
  • Explain how your unique blend of skills and experiences would enable you to make a significant impact as both a people leader and a business leader at McElhanney. 

Application deadline: October 1, 2024, 8:59pm PT 

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.