Survey Project Manager

McElhanney Ltd. is seeking a Survey Project Manager in Red Deer, AB, responsible for managing engineering and construction survey projects. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, with a focus on project scope, budget, and scheduling. Candidates should have a degree in Geomatics and 10-15 years of relevant experience. The company values career development and offers a supportive work environment, but the position is not remote.
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 is seeking a Project Manager to join our team in Red Deer, AB. In this role, you will be responsible for managing engineering and construction survey projects. The successful candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, with ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment. This position is ideal for an individual looking to advance their career into project management while providing leadership and oversight to the project delivery process.
We have industry-leading professionals and mentors, and a culture that fosters growing future leaders. Our team has a reputation of taking great care in developing our people and fostering a positive, friendly, and rewarding work environment. Join McElhanney, a firm with big company opportunities, and a small company feel!
Curious about what this opportunity could mean for you? Apply today and join us for a relaxed conversation to help us learn more about your potential new role.

What You’ll Be Doing
• Liaising with both internal (McElhanney) and external Project Managers and clients
• Managing various survey project types including infrastructure, topographic, engineering and construction
• Establish project scope, budget and schedule, and other project or client expectations
• Preparation of proposals, technical reports and documents.
• Leading survey crews on projects; communicating scope and scheduling information to crew members
• Managing project budgets and financial reporting
• Managing information flow from field to final deliverables
• Interpret Engineering plans for layout and quantities as well as quality assurance checks
• Ensuring quality assurance procedures are carried out for proposals, field returns, drawings, plans, documents, and other deliverables
• Other duties as required.

What You’ll Bring
• Degree or technical diploma in Geomatics with 10- 15 years of progressive experience in a survey tech/party chief/ Project Management role; experience in engineering and construction surveys is a strong asset
• Experience with AutoCAD, survey computation software and Trimble Business Center
• Experience with Civil 3D
• Experience with UAV (Drone) or Terrestrial Laser Scanners is an asset
• Knowledge of survey calculations, geodetic coordinate systems and map projections
• Strong communication, leadership, and motivational skills
• A motivating and engaging energy with demonstrated strength in leading highly complex groups
• An excellent written and verbal communicator with interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Results oriented individual with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines
• Valid driver’s license

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

What Can We Offer You?
• Flexible hybrid working model and hours to accommodate lifestyle needs
• Great benefits, including extended health & dental coverage, healthcare spending account, & RRSP matching
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
• Competitive salary and participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan
• Financial assistance with relocation if applicable
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone
• Participation in our numerous programs that support our Four Cornerstones: people & communities, clients & partners, processes & technology, and financial.

Salary Range: $87,000 to $131,000 Per Annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary 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.

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 (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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