Civil Engineering Project Manager
About McElhanney
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 staff with 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 has an exciting opportunity for a Civil Project Manager to grow our Civil Engineering presence in Grande Prairie, AB. In this role, you will serve as a visionary and strategic leader. With dynamic people and leadership skills, and a passion for developing business opportunities. This managerial role, with shareholding opportunities, is ideal for a self-starter that can excel in a mature, privately held organization with an established engineering, surveying, and support services firm. At McElhanney, culture is the key to our success. We seek leaders who excel in an environment where teamwork, excellence, and respect and inclusion are a priority. If you are looking for an opportunity to further your project management, and leadership skills, while contributing to the growth and diversification of our branch services, this may be the role for you!
What You’ll Be Doing
• Lead detailed designs and production of engineering drawings and specifications, meeting all client and approval agency requirements, including new municipal utilities and road works, as well as local government utility rehabilitation and renewal projects.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, calculations, prepare development and construction cost estimates, tender documents and contracts.
• Chair regular project meetings with clients and internal staff
• Develop new business and establish strategic relationships with key clients, agencies and partners
• Coordinate with other team members and monitor project progress to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved.
• Provide leadership in safety and quality management practices
• Create and review of technical reports; Prepare and submit superior proposals
• Generate invoices for clients and track against agreed client budgets
• Manage multidisciplinary teams, providing guidance to junior engineers and technical staff
What You’ll Bring
• A degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with strong technical skills and 5 – 15 years of related technical experience
• Registration in good standing as a P.Eng in AB or ability to obtain registration through existing inter-jurisdictional agreements
• Construction Administration is an asset
• Proven ability to attract and retain clients, win projects and consistently provide high quality deliverables on time and on budget
• An aptitude for leadership, continuous learning, knowledge sharing and relationship building
• Bonus points if you have experience with all government levels, construction contractors and developers would be an asset
What’s In It For You
The salary range for this position is $110,240 – $149,760 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.
A Full Range of Benefits to Keep You Healthy & Happy
• Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle, in alignment with project commitments
• Flexibility to work remotely part time as needed
• 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
• Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit 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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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
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