Intermediate Engineer / Technologist, Bridges and Culverts

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 an Intermediate Engineer / Technologist, Bridges and Culverts to join our growing Bridge Group in Calgary. This is an opportunity for an experienced professional to support the assessment, design, rehabilitation and construction of bridge and culvert infrastructure across Alberta. The role will involve a practical mix of technical design, field work, construction support, and project coordination, with opportunities to take on increasing responsibility as part of our growing practice.

Based in Calgary, you will work with bridge, structural, transportation, hydrotechnical and construction professionals across Alberta and British Columbia. Our work includes standard highway and municipal bridges, bridge-sized and standard culverts, bridge rehabilitations, condition assessments, inspections, replacements and construction engineering services. Projects range from focused assignments for municipalities, the provincial and federal governments including private developers.

This role offers the opportunity to take on increasing technical and project leadership responsibilities, mentor emerging professionals, and contribute to business development initiatives. For professionals seeking long-term career growth, McElhanney offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for advancement, and participation in our employee ownership program.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and contribute to the inspection, assessment, analysis, design and rehabilitation of standard bridges, bridge-sized culverts and related transportation structures.
• Coordinate with transportation, hydrotechnical, geotechnical, environmental, survey and construction teams to develop practical, constructible solutions.
• Apply Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, municipal, and other applicable bridge and culvert standards.
• Prepare and review technical deliverables including design calculations, drawings, specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates.
• Support project delivery through stakeholder coordination, construction services, contract administration, and field reviews.
• Support proposal preparation, client relationships and business development, particularly for municipal, provincial and federal bridge and culvert programs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technologists and share knowledge on how to things better.

What You’ll Bring

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• 6 to 12 years of relevant experience in bridge, culvert or transportation-structure engineering.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a PEng. with APEGA, or as C.E.T. with ASET.
• Working knowledge of CAN/CSA S6 and experience applying bridge design standards on highway, municipal, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with the inspection, assessment, design, rehabilitation or construction of standard bridges and culverts.
• Familiarity with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors standards; experience with City of Calgary projects and bridge hydrotechnical analysis is considered an asset.
• Strong communication, project coordination, and relationship-building skills, with a collaborative and entrepreneurial approach to project delivery.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000 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.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.

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.

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