Senior Civil Designer (Civil 3D)/ Senior Civil Technologist

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 experienced Senior Civil Designer (Civil 3D)/ Senior Civil Technologist to join our growing Kelowna team and play a key role in delivering infrastructure projects that support communities across the Okanagan region.

This opportunity is well suited to a Civil 3D professional who enjoys being deeply involved in design, solving complex technical challenges, and developing efficient workflows. You'll have the opportunity to remain hands-on in design, contribute to technical standards, mentor junior team members, and help drive innovation through automation and emerging design technologies.

As communities across the Okanagan continue to evolve, you'll help deliver the infrastructure that supports future growth and development.

Our Kelowna office is a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technologists, surveyors, planners, and environmental professionals who work together to deliver impactful projects throughout the region.

We welcome applications from both local and non-local candidates. Flexible hybrid work arrangements are available, offering the opportunity to collaborate with our Kelowna team while maintaining work-life balance.

Projects You'll Work On

Leveraging your Civil 3D expertise, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of a diverse range of municipal infrastructure, land development, and transportation projects that support growing communities across the Okanagan and Interior BC.

Projects may include:

• Municipal infrastructure and utility upgrades

• Residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments

• Roadway, intersection, and transportation improvements

• Water, sanitary, stormwater, and utility servicing systems

• Site grading, drainage, and earthworks design

• Subdivision and community development projects

• Active transportation and multi-modal transportation networks

In this role, you'll play a key part in developing Civil 3D models, drawings, and technical designs that help shape and support growing communities throughout the region.

Live, Work & Thrive in Kelowna

Kelowna offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle in one of British Columbia's most sought-after regions. From lakeside living and outdoor recreation to a growing economy and vibrant communities, the Okanagan provides an outstanding quality of life and the chance to work on meaningful projects that help shape the region’s future.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the development of Civil 3D models, designs, and construction drawings for municipal infrastructure, land development, and transportation projects.

• Prepare grading, servicing, roadway, utility, and stormwater management designs.

• Develop plans, profiles, cross-sections, corridors, and pipe networks using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Collaborate with engineers, surveyors, planners, and other project stakeholders to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

• Support projects through all phases, from preliminary design and detailed design to construction documentation.

• Review drawings and design packages to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.

• Contribute to Civil 3D best practices, workflow improvements, and design innovation initiatives.

• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior designers and technologists.

What You'll Bring

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or a related discipline.

• 8-10 years of civil design experience, including extensive experience working with AutoCAD Civil 3D, within consulting engineering, municipal infrastructure, transportation, or land development projects.

• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and a passion for delivering high-quality technical design solutions.

• Strong understanding of municipal servicing, roadway design, grading, stormwater management, and underground utility infrastructure.

• Proven experience developing construction drawings and supporting projects from concept through detailed design and construction.

• Strong technical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to design excellence.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.

• Experience with Civil 3D automation, workflow optimization, or AI-assisted design tools is considered an asset.

• ASTTBC registration (C.Tech. or AScT), or eligibility for registration, is considered an asset.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $81,000 - $122,000 per year. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with an individual's education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted salary range is representative of the expected qualifications and experience for the role. Compensation offered will be based on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top-up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

• Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture built on respect, collaboration, and inclusion.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive total compensation package, annual bonus opportunities, and the opportunity to become part of an employee-owned firm.

• Professional Development: Reimbursement of professional dues, educational assistance, mentorship programs, workshops, and committee involvement opportunities.

• Career Growth: Ongoing support and mentorship to help shape a career path aligned with your personal and professional goals.

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

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