Senior Civil Engineer at McElhanney — NeverHard

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 proudly offer qualified staff share‑holding options. 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 collaboration with a team of great professionals. The Opportunity McElhanney is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our growing Nanaimo team and play a key role in shaping the future of communities across Vancouver Island. This is an opportunity to work on impactful municipal and infrastructure projects while advancing your career in a collaborative, people‑first environment. As a senior member of our Nanaimo Civil Engineering Division, you’ll lead and contribute to a wide range of civil projects – municipal utilities, transportation corridors, land development, water and wastewater systems and infrastructure upgrades. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical excellence, client engagement and mentoring the next generation of engineers. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary network of professionals across the Island and Western Canada, including civil, transportation, water/wastewater, geotechnical, structural engineers, surveyors and environmental specialists. The successful candidate is based in, or excited to relocate to, the Nanaimo region. What You’ll Do Lead and produce detailed engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for civil projects including municipal utilities, roadworks, drainage systems, water and wastewater infrastructure, and land development. Manage projects from planning through completion, including client communication, budgeting, scheduling and overall project coordination. Direct the development of engineering solutions, guiding teams in translating planning‑level concepts into fully coordinated constructible designs using Civil 3D and other technical software. Prepare documentation for regulatory approvals, construction cost estimates, tender packages and contracts. Oversee construction services, including field reviews, contract administration and safety leadership visits. Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, EITs and technical staff. Support business development efforts through client relationship building, proposal preparation and strategic project pursuits. Ensure project schedules, budgets and quality standards are consistently met. What You’ll Bring A degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution and a minimum of 10 years of relevant civil design and project delivery experience. Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia, or eligibility for registration. Proven experience managing engineering projects, including design oversight, scheduling, budgeting and client communication. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to build trust with clients and mentor team members. Solid business acumen and an entrepreneurial mindset, with a desire to contribute to the growth of the Nanaimo office. What Can We Offer You? The salary range for this position is $110,000 – $150,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation commensurate with education, experience, skills and professional qualifications. Work‑Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments with flexible hours. Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top‑up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching and Employee & Family Assistance Program. Safe and 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, workshops and committee involvement. Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals. Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable. This role is designated 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. Our Purpose Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people. #J-18808-Ljbffr