Job Description
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 a new opportunity for a Bridge Division Manager to join our team in Vancouver. This role is ideal for someone who is looking to further their leadership and technical skills, while having the freedom to grow the division as they see fit while working collaboratively with McElhanney business leaders from disciplines as diverse as transportation planning and design, geomatics, hydrotechnical, geotechnical, marine structures, construction supervision, alternative project delivery, municipal engineering, landscape architecture, environmental and more. The Bridge Division Manager based in Vancouver will also operate alongside our established bridge engineering practices on Vancouver Island and in Alberta, sharing expertise and staffing as needed to thrive as Western Canada’sACEconsultant:A mazing our clients,C aring for our communities, andE mpowering our people. We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer with excellent leadership abilities and solid technical skills focused on leading the pursuit and delivery of bridge projects, including the design, rehabilitation, seismic retrofit, and / or evaluation of municipal, highway, transit, and pedestrian bridge structures. The successful candidate is a leader who possesses aversatile skill setencompassingpeople management and coaching, business acumen, and financial expertise , essential for navigating the complexities of our industry. As apeople leader , you excel in fostering relationships and cultivating a supportive work environment that motivates team members to excel. Your adept communication and listening skills empower each member to contribute meaningfully, fostering collaboration and innovation. Through mentorship and feedback, you instill a culture of continuous learning, driving individual and team success. As abusiness leader , you demonstrate a keen understanding of market dynamics, identify and cultivate new business opportunities, manage client relationships, collaboratively work with other leaders across the branch and possess strategic insight to drive growth. Furthermore, you understandfinancial managementand analysis necessary for making informed decisions and optimizing resource allocation to achieve sustainable success. Deadline to Apply: June 3, 2024 8:59pm PTWhat You'll Be Doing:Directly reporting to the Branch Manager Vancouver Engineering, you will:Leaddiverse projects: envision and manage technical, logistical, and financial aspects and oversee engineering design from proposal stage through to commissioning of the work Hire, retain, coach and mentor staff fostering a positive, and an engaged culture Facilitate continuous learning and professional development of team members Collaborate with branches across the region and company to support local projects Assist the Branch Manager in business development, workload balancing, staffing, equipment, safety, quality, and financial outcomes Develop new business opportunities and establish strategic relationships with key clients, agencies, and partners Represent McElhanney to the external environment including clients, businesses, and professional associations to enhance McElhanney’s positive public profile. Serve as a senior technical leader for bridge engineering across the company as part of our Technical Service Group program What You'll Bring: Degreein Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university with strong technical skills and 15+ years of related technical experience Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia or ability to obtain registration through existing inter-jurisdictional agreements Strong interpersonal skills: able to complement an already strong team with humility, curiosity, and a service mindset Aptitude for leadership, continuous learning, knowledge sharing and relationship building Ability to prioritize, delegate responsibilities, and motivate others to produce high-level results Demonstrated sound business development skills and project management skills: a proven track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships through reliably executing project tasks in accordance with well documented plans What Can We Offer You?The salary range for this position is$140,000 - $170,000per 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: Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching. Participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan Opportunity for the right candidate to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company Maternity leave top-up and parental leave top-up 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 growthApplication Instructions:Please include in your application:An updated resume that is relevant to the position 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. Deadline to Apply: June 3, 2024 8:59pm PT 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 rvisitwww.mcelhanney.com/careersto learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. To learn more about our recognition as Canada's Top 100 Employers (2024), visitTop Employer: McElhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).Visit us onGlassdoorto learn more about our employee experience.Our Purpose: Amaze ourclients. Care for our communities. Empower our people. 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. 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