Intermediate Airport Civil Engineer
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Description

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 a unique opportunity for an Intermediate Airport Civil Engineer to join our team in Vancouver, BC. We are seeking a Professional Engineer with a strong technical background and the ability to communicate effectively within a project team. This individual will be responsible for design and delivery of diverse airport projects. Our ideal candidate will have experience working on airport improvement projects, both groundside and airside. Additional experience with general roadwork and utility infrastructure experience would also be highly beneficial. This role is ideal for a self-starter who can excel in a mature, privately held, multidisciplinary organization.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide detailed design support in the production of engineering designs, drawings, and specifications, meeting all client and approval agency requirements. Typical projects include airside and groundside works, local utility rehabilitation and renewal projects, and airport related land development projects.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of calculations, cost estimates, tender documents, contracts, and documents required for approvals.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure schedules, budgets and quality control standards are achieved.
• Ensure all client requirements are met throughout the design and reporting process.
• Provide and oversee tasks delegated to junior engineers and other technical staff.

What You’ll Bring:

• 4+ years of experience in a similar role with a degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia or another provincial regulator.
• Understanding of aerodrome, airport and heliport design including familiarity with TP312E, FAA circulars, ICAO, and/or IATA.
• Proficiency in the application of design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AviPLAN, Excel, and/or other related software.
• High productivity, attention to detail, effective verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience working with construction contractors and approving authorities. Construction Administration experience is an asset.
• Ability to travel for occasional site visits.
• Experience working in a construction or consulting environment is an asset.

What’s In It for You?

McElhanney’s aviation experience is well established in British Columbia, having successfully completed projects at the three big airports and nine smaller airports in the province over the last ten years. The successful candidate will join a team of dedicated professionals with backgrounds in civil, geotechnical, electrical, structural, and hydrotechnical engineering to expand this practice.
McElhanney’s culture of mentorship and career growth make this position ideal for the successful candidate to be mentored by senior management and specialists within our organization.
We are proud to be listed as one of the Best Places to Work in Canada and is a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Working with us provides unique opportunities such as building entrepreneurial skills and guiding projects of all sizes from start to finish.

Salary Range: $70,000-$106,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The salary range being offered reflects McElhanney’s desire to consider civil engineers with varying levels of experience and 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
 

• Relocation assistance or a signing bonus is available for the successful candidate based on their level of experience
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
• Great benefits, including 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
• Interesting and diverse project work
• 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
• Participation in our numerous programs that support our Four Cornerstones: people & communities, clients & partners, processes & technology, and financial

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 deion 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 (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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