Civil Engineering Project Manager

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 across 31 locations, we provide qualified staff with shareholding options. Our teams build strong connections with clients, local communities, and staff, and we offer varied projects, autonomy, career development opportunities, excellent total compensation and benefits, and collaboration with great professionals.

Opportunity

McElhanney has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to grow our Civil Engineering presence in Grande Prairie, AB. In this role you will act as a visionary and strategic leader, with dynamic people and leadership skills, and a passion for developing business opportunities. This managerial role, with shareholding opportunities, is ideal for a self‑starter that can excel in a mature, privately held organization with an established engineering, surveying, and support services firm. We seek leaders who excel in teamwork, excellence, respect, and inclusion.

What You’ll Do

• Lead detailed designs and production of engineering drawings and specifications, meeting all client and approval agency requirements, including new municipal utilities and road works, as well as local government utility rehabilitation and renewal projects.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of documents required for approvals, calculations, development and construction cost estimates, tender documents and contracts.
• Chair regular project meetings with clients and internal staff.
• Develop new business and establish strategic relationships with key clients, agencies and partners.
• Coordinate with other team members and monitor project progress to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved.
• Provide leadership in safety and quality management practices.
• Create and review technical reports; prepare and submit superior proposals.
• Generate invoices for clients and track against agreed client budgets.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams, providing guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university with strong technical skills and 10–15 years of related technical experience.
• Registration in good standing as a PEng in AB or ability to obtain registration through existing inter‑jurisdictional agreements.
• Construction Administration is an asset.
• Proven ability to attract and retain clients, win projects and consistently provide high‑quality deliverables on time and on budget.
• An aptitude for leadership, continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and relationship building.
• Bonus points if you have experience with all government levels; construction contractors and developers would be an asset.

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $110,240 – $149,760 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 reflects 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, in alignment with project commitments.
• Flexibility to work remotely part time as needed.
• Maternity leave top‑up and parental leave.
• 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 characterized by respect and inclusion for all.
• Competitive salary, participation in a 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.

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 exploring the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney.