Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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 staffwith 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, recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, is actively seeking an experienced Commissioned Land Surveyor or a Land Surveyor in Training for our Kelowna office. The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing diverse projects, including land development, infrastructure, utility right of way surveys, topographic surveys, and construction and engineering layout. The role also involves conducting surveys on provincial and First Nations lands, as well as providing valuable advice to clients. This intermediate or senior-level position is well-suited for a self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills, who thrives on challenges and finds satisfaction in contributing to a well-established multidisciplinary team.
The salary range for this role is $57,000-$123,000per 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.
What's In It for You?
McElhanney's culture of mentorship and career growth make this position ideal for the successful candidate to be mentored by senior management or to mentor junior staff within our organization. We are proud to be listed as one of the Best Places to Work in Canada and Gold Standard for Best Managed Companies. Working with us provides unique opportunities such as building entrepreneurial skills and guiding projects of all sizes from start to finish.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Working in a team setting to establish project scope, budget and schedule, and other project or client expectations
- Leading survey crews on projects; communicating scope and scheduling information to crew members
- Managing project budgets and financial reporting
- Managing various survey project types including legal, land development (subdivisions) and infrastructure, topographic, engineering and construction layout
- Liaising with both internal (McElhanney) and external Project Managers and clients
- Preparing accurate field notes and drawings, managing information flow from field to final deliverables
- Providing mentorship, guidance, and training to assist with subordinate's professional development
- Ensuring quality assurance procedures are carried out for proposals, field returns, drawings, legal plans, documents, and other deliverables
- Providing advice to clients on property and legal survey matters
- Other duties as required.
What You'll Bring:
- BCLS or LST accreditation with a minimum of 5 years practicing; CLS commission is an asset. Commissioned Land Surveyors from other jurisdictions with intent to attain ABCLS commission will be considered
- Diploma or degree in Geomatics with strong data processing/computations skills
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
- Proficiency in computer applications (MSCAD or Civil3D and GNSS processing software at minimum)
- Valid driver's license
- Periods of travel may be required for the role.
In Addition To A Competitive Total Compensation, We Also Offer:
- Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle
- Involvement with long-term clients in a variety of markets and industries
- Opportunity to be involved in one of Canada's largest private RPAS/drone programs
- 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 that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
- Competitive salary and participation in our generous performance bonus plan
- Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees.
- Opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that is recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2023)
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 o r visit to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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