Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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 1,500 staff members in 31 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 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team in Fort St. John, BC, a vibrant community known for its outdoor recreation, close-knit atmosphere and affordable housing.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a growing team in a small-office environment, backed by the support of a wider network of Geotechnical Engineers across British Columbia and Alberta. In this role, you will help shape the future of our geotechnical services in the region, using your local experience and professional connections to build and grow our presence.

This position offers remote work flexibility and is open to candidates residing anywhere in Canada. The successful candidate will be part of our Fort St. John Engineering Branch, with semi-regular travel to Fort St. John expected to meet with clients, collaborate with the local team and support regional business development initiatives.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.

Live, Work and Play in Fort St. John

Discover a lifestyle that offers the best of Northern BC. Fort St. John combines a welcoming, close-knit community with year-round outdoor adventures, local events and a strong sense of community. With a more affordable cost of living than many larger urban centres, it's a great place to build your career while enjoying more opportunities to explore, connect and make the most of life outside of work.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of and drive business development (internal and external) and client management.

• Prepare fee estimates and proposals for geotechnical assignments.

• 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.

• 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 8-12 years progressive experience in relevant geotechnical field, with experience in:

  • Geotechnical engineering analysis, design, and consulting.

  • Slope hazard assessments and land development projects.

  • Shallow and Deep foundation design is an asset.

  • Seismic engineering and modeling is an asset.

  • Land base piling analysis and design is an asset.

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing in any Canadian province or territory, with eligibility to obtain registration in British Columbia. Alberta registration is considered an asset.

• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, financial oversight, and schedule management.

• Strong business development capabilities, including identifying and securing new work, building client relationships, and mentoring junior staff.

What Can We Offer You?

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

• Work-Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.

• Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.

• Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan and share ownership potential.

• Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, internal committees, workshops, and committee involvement.

• Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.

• Travel Support: Financial assistance if applicable.

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 or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Learn more about our recognition here: McElhanney Requalifies as a Gold Standard Best Managed Company!

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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.

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