Civil Engineering Project Manager

The Opportunity

McElhanney has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our growing Civil Infrastructure Division in Calgary. As a Project Manager, you will bring 10+ years of professional experience, while being a strong team player with high productivity and excellent attention to detail. Aside from your project management and technical skills, you’ll also have the chance to leverage your established contacts and local experience to build out our work in the Cities and Communities market – delivering infrastructure for municipalities and private clients.

At McElhanney, a key focus is supporting local municipalities through exceptional project delivery. With a proven track record of success across southern Alberta and western Canada, our team is seeking a driven professional to help continue and build on this success. In this role, you will coordinate a range of municipal and civil projects, including roads, storm water, water pumping, transmission, storage, and distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, lift stations, site servicing and land development, and other professional services. Your help will help create infrastructure that brings significant impacts for the communities we serve.

We are looking for a dedicated intermediate to senior candidate to focus on project management of projects from conceptual through detailed design and construction. Responsibilities will include conducting construction field reviews, assisting with proposal writing, and engaging in business development activities. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in municipal and civil engineering design, with a background in medium to high complexity federal, provincial, and municipal upgrade/rehabilitation projects, asset management, and large diameter utilities projects.

Proven competence in proposal development with a track record of winning proposals, is essential for this role.

Application Deadline: November 30, 2024, 9:59pm MT 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Project manage medium to large infrastructure projects with a focus on being responsive to clients’ requests - monitor and control project financials, schedule, and scope. Project experience with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, Parks Canada Agency, City of Calgary, and other southern Alberta municipalities is a benefit.
• Manage projects from the proposal preparation stage to the preliminary design, detailed design and construction.
• Prepare and review technical reports and memorandums and ensure technical quality review are completed.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams including civil, geotechnical, structural, environmental, electrical, storm water, structural, architectural, and other specialists to ensure smooth and quality project delivery.
• Ensure that McElhanney’s quality and financial controls are implemented and monitored.
• Maintain the team’s engagement and quality of work from concept through to construction completion.
• Respond to competitive RFPs, liaise with clients, and find opportunities to leverage our inter-disciplinary teams to provide value-added services.
• Participate and represent McElhanney in various committees and conferences.

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years of experience in managing civil infrastructure and municipal projects.
• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or a Professional Technologist (P.Tech) in Alberta.
• Has a proven track record of coordinating inter-disciplinary rural projects.
• Strong industry reputation and network connections in Calgary and the surrounding areas.
• Excellent at establishing shared clarity in communications and coordinating teams.
• Demonstrate a track record of maintaining satisfied clients and delivering on time and budget.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000 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.

• 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 matching
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth
• Opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership.