Junior 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 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.

McElhanney Ltd. is calling on passionate and curious Engineers-in-Training to help us strengthen infrastructure in Indigenous communities. This is more than just an engineering role—it's a unique opportunity to connect directly with communities, support local housing and infrastructure development, and see your work create visible, lasting impact. You’ll gain hands-on experience across water, wastewater, and community infrastructure design, all while learning under the mentorship of experienced Professional Engineers registered in BC.

While not exclusively dedicated to Indigenous Community work, this role would place an emphasis on this area. The successful candidate will be part of our Kamloops Branch and will be based in Kamloops, or willing to relocate there.

Key Responsibilities :

• Community Focus : Build trusted relationships with Indigenous communities through meaningful engagement and consistent follow-through.
• Infrastructure assessments : Support infrastructure assessments that help identify and prioritize the needs of local communities.
• Collaborative Project Delivery : Work on impactful projects from concept through completion, collaborating with internal teams in geomatics, geotech, structures, and more.
• Design and Reporting : Contribute to designs and technical reports for wastewater and other community infrastructure as well as supporting funding applications that help turn community goals into funded projects.
• Field Inspections : Participate in field inspections and site reviews—get your boots dirty and learn by doing.

Skills and Attributes for Success :

Qualifications :

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Compensation and Perks at a Glance :

McElhanney offers competitive compensation ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 per annum, tailored to match individual qualifications. The base salary / wage range listed in the job posting reflects the necessary qualifications and experience for the position, with final compensation determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications.

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

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. To learn more about our recognition as Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025), 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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