At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead bridge and culvert projects, from design to construction support.
- Company: Join McElhanney, a collaborative and innovative engineering firm.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a safe, inclusive workplace with mentorship and career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on infrastructure while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with 6-12 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 130000 $ per year.
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.
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 improve processes.
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.
- 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 safety sensitive position.
Intermediate Engineer / Technologist, Bridges and Culverts in Calgary employer: McElhanney Ltd.
McElhanney is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee growth and work-life harmony, making it an ideal place for a Senior Civil Engineer in Community and Resort Development. With a strong focus on mentorship, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. As an employee-owned firm, McElhanney fosters a collaborative culture that values individual contributions while driving strategic growth across Alberta and Eastern BC.
