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 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 looking for a Land Surveyor-In-Training to join our growing Fort St. John team and help shape the future of the BC Peace Region. In this role, you’ll work on meaningful projects that directly impact local communities and the energy sector, while advancing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
As a Land Surveyor in Training working towards your commission in British Columbia, you will assist in the delivery of construction, engineering and legal surveys for oil and gas development, land development and infrastructure projects. This role will include field and office duties, working with an experienced group of geomatics technologists and professionals who deliver projects across Northern BC. In this role, we will support your development as you work towards your BC Land Surveyor Commission, and you will be assigned an increasing level of responsibility as you build experience and regulatory competency.
Our work is dynamic, not routine, and involves supporting long-standing clients who trust us to deliver their most important projects. You will have access to mentorship through our well-established geomatics and legal surveying teams, be able to collaborate with other Land Surveyors in Training across the company and enjoy a culture that makes your professional development a priority.
The successful candidate should be willing to relocate to the Fort St John area. Fort St John is one of Northern BC’s fastest-growing cities, offering a unique mix of natural beauty, economic opportunity, and affordability. The community is family-friendly, with excellent recreational options and a strong sense of connection – making it an attractive place to live and work.
A generous relocation allowance is available for the successful candidate. McElhanney re-imburses the cost of professional fees annually, and our compensation package for Land Surveyors and Land Surveyors in Training is designed to recognize the additional effort of employees who work additional hours beyond their regular salary.
Find out more about Fort St. John and the community at https://www.fortstjohn.ca/community-and-culture/northbound-found
What You’ll Do
- Lead and direct field and office technical personnel on projects, assigning tasks and working in a team setting complete work and generate deliverables.
- Researching government registry and other records in support of proposal, field survey and legal survey plan preparation.
- Conducting field surveys, preparing accurate field notes, managing field to office information flow.
- Processing field survey data, resolving measurements and boundaries, preparing drawing deliverables.
- Ensuring safety and quality assurance procedures are carried out for field returns, drawings, legal plans, documents, and other deliverables.
- Other duties as required.
What You’ll Bring
- Eligible to register as a Land Surveyor in Training with the Association of BC Land Surveyors upon commencing employment.
- Geomatics Degree or Diploma and/or a Certificate of Completion from the Canadian Board of Examiners for Professional Surveyors.
- Good communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in related computer applications (CADD and survey processing software).
- Physical ability to work in mountainous/forested terrain and remote areas.
- Ability to travel out of town for periods of time when called upon.
- A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $115,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage 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.
- 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. This role is eligible for overtime pay for effort in addition to salary pay.
- 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 as 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. 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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