Intermediate / Senior Civil Engineer

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

Looking to elevate your career while enjoying life in a city that offers the perfect balance of urban amenities and outdoor adventure? McElhanney has an incredible opportunity for an Intermediate / Senior Civil Engineer to join our dynamic team in Terrace, BC—a hub for innovation, growth, and connection to the surrounding communities.

In this role, you won’t just work on projects; you’ll lead the charge on shaping the region’s future. From designing resource roads and bridges to driving municipal road rehabilitation, water and wastewater upgrades, and residential developments, you’ll tackle projects that matter. Terrace offers a unique blend of professional challenges and the lifestyle perks of living in a community surrounded by breathtaking nature.

At McElhanney, you’ll collaborate with a powerhouse team of civil and structural engineers, surveyors, and biologists, with access to expertise from our regional offices. What sets us apart? Our culture. We’re passionate about growing leaders, fostering innovation, and creating a workplace where you feel supported every step of the way. Whether it’s mentorship from industry-leading professionals or access to diverse projects, McElhanney has the resources of a big firm but the heart of a small one.

This is more than just a job—it’s your chance to make an impact, fast-track your career, and live in a community that offers the best of both worlds. Ready to build your future? Join McElhanney and let’s make it happen!

This role is designated as a safety-sensitive position and completion of a pre-employment drug & alcohol and fitness for work testing is required.

Live in Terrace

With deep roots in the community, our Terrace office has been proud to service local and regional clients with a full range of engineering services for over 50 years. Known as one of Northern BC’s most vibrant cities, Terrace is recognized as the service, educational, medical, recreational, and transportation hub of the region. Terrace offers affordable housing, world class fishing, and recreation available during all four seasons! We’re proud to have Snow Magazine list our local “Shames Mountain Ski Resort” as one of the top ski resorts in the world!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide detailed production of engineering designs, drawings and specifications for various civil projects including municipal engineering, road & bridge works, erosion & river hydraulics, utility & facility upgrades, quarry designs & permit applications, water and sanitary designs for small systems.
• Work from preliminary concepts and sketches into engineering designs, plans and project informational requirements, using Civil 3D, as well as other technical software as needed.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, prepare construction cost estimates, tender documents, and contracts, prepare contract documents, as well as coordinate with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved.
• Assist with construction management and contract administration.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical staff with the potential for supervision opportunities.
• Provide support to other departments (survey, materials testing, and environmental engineering) to learn about and develop a holistic approach to project execution
• Work with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved and maintained

What You’ll Bring

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this role is $92,000-$140,000per 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.

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer :

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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 visit www.mcelhanney.com / careers to 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), visit Top Employer : McElhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).

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

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