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:
McElhanney offers opportunities for experienced junior to intermediate Geotechnical Engineers to enhance our technical depth and build our team across our Geotechnical division. As an experienced Geotechnical Engineer, you will act as an influential leader motivating and working with a high performing team of technical professionals while providing technical input and design on a wide variety of geotechnical projects across McElhanney. Our client base is diverse – we need technical leaders who can deliver quality professional work product in a timely manner. A demonstrated depth of past technical work is expected
commensurate
with your level of experience.
As an experienced Geotechnical Engineer, you will have approximately 2 to 8+ years of professional experience, while being a strong team player with high productivity and excellent attention to detail. Aside from your technical skills, you’ll also have the opportunity to leverage your established contacts and local experience to further build out our geotechnical services.
The successful candidate needs to be based in Fort St. John.
If you’re located outside of Fort St. John but ready to embrace a new chapter, we invite you to apply and become part of our exceptional team. Relocation Assistance is available.
Salary Range:
$91,000- $135,000 Per Annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary 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.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Technical Expert
:
Manage geotechnical investigations and studies, complete with interpretation and documentation of results, on a wide variety of transportation, municipal, land development and resource related projects
Geotechnical analysis of stability, stress, deformation, and foundation response utilizing a suite of software platforms
Provide oversight, risk management and technical input to geotechnical projects and deliverables
Coordinate field projects, including prequalification, safety clearances and procurement of sub-contractors and sub-consultants as required
Prepare concise geotechnical reports complete with pertinent recommendations
Carry out and supervise field inspection of construction works
Prepare fee estimates and proposals for geotechnical assignments in the office.
Support other McElhanney divisions with geotechnical input. (Structural, Marine Structural, Civil, Environmental)
As a Leader:
An efficient and effective communicator. Comfortable working from the office, home and in remote work environments with the primary form of team and client communication via telephone and virtual video meetings
Participate in business development (internal and external) and client management to help grow the business
Manage project schedules and budgets efficiently and effectively
Oversight, guidance, direction and mentoring of junior technical staff, at a level consistent with your experience.
Grow technical expertise with the mindset of supporting the existing and future McElhanney business and Geotechnical team
What You’ll Bring:
University degree in Geotechnical/Geological Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis
A minimum of 2 to 8+ years progressive experience in relevant geotechnical field, with experience in:
Geotechnical engineering analysis, design, and consulting
Seismic engineering and modeling are an asset
Marine and land base piling analysis and design an asset
Slope hazard assessments and land development projects, is an asset
Computer modeling programs used to develop designs; knowledge of AutoCAD and geotechnical software (i.e., RocScience, GeoStudio software)
software)
Candidates must possess or be eligible for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in British Columbia. Additionally, registration as a P.Eng. in Alberta is considered an asset
.
Strong technical, oral, and written communication skills
Strong project management skills (Budgeting, project financials monitoring, etc.)
Ability to work both independently and with a multidiscipline team in various locations and especially remote work environments
What Can We Offer You?
Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle
Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
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
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.
Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees.
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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 r
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www.mcelhanney.com/careers
to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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