McElhanney

Bridge Structural Engineer

McElhanney Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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.

Role Overview

McElhanney Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for a key position in our Bridge team in Edmonton. This will be a significant role that really puts you in the driver’s seat of being a key person for the Alberta bridge design team and would be instrumental in continuing to build our Alberta Bridge Group. Our project portfolio includes major interchange and river crossings, including multiple award-winning projects in BC and Alberta. An example is the Stoney Trail Bridge Twinning involving bridge construction engineering support for a segmentally-launched, balanced, cantilevered 470m-long bridge over the Bow River.

Application Deadline: November 29, 2024 9:59pm MT

Responsibilities


  • Complete inspections, assessments, analyses, structural modeling and design of bridges and other transportation infrastructure such as retaining walls and major sign structures.
  • Prepare conceptual, design and contract cost estimates.
  • Prepare and/or review specifications, special provisions, drawings, contract documents and other related project deliverables.
  • Prepare and/or review structural design calculations for highway bridges, pedestrian bridges, railroad bridges, temporary resource bridges, retaining walls, overhead light standards and bridge-sized culverts.
  • Undertake contract administration, field inspection and reporting to monitor the quality and progress of the work being performed.
  • Assist with and participate in business development, project pursuits and proposal preparation on bridge and other transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Coordinate with sub-consultants and various interested parties.
  • Work with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved and maintained .
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to other team members.


Requirements


  • Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution plus 5 to 10 years’ experience in a similar role.
  • Registration in good standing as a P. Eng. in Alberta and be eligible for registration in British Columbia.
  • Knowledge & experience with bridge design related to CAN/CSA S6, and its application to bridge projects across highway, rural road, and resource projects.
  • Proficiency in the application of AutoCAD Civil 3D, MIDAS and CSiBridge related to bridge design work.
  • Experience in bridge hydrotechnical analysis in accordance with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors guidelines is considered an asset.
  • High quality work, attention to detail, productivity and effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • An ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.


What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000 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.


  • Competitive salary with a generous one-time signing bonus, relocation assistance and participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan.
  • Hybrid work model and flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
  • Maternity leave top-up and parental leave.
  • Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
  • Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone.
  • A family-like culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all.
  • Continuous support for your professional development and growth.
  • Profit sharing through an annual performance bonus program.
  • Potential opportunity to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company.


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 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).

Visit us on Glassdoor to learn more about our employee experience.

Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.

McElhanney is aware of activities where individuals have received fraudulent job offers. Please be advised that McElhanney will not ask applicants for any form of monetary exchange at any point in the recruitment process. To learn more visit: www.mcelhanney.com/careers/fraud-warning . The disclosure of your information in accordance with this Policy and applicable law, including to third party service providers may result in your personal information being transferred outside of Canada, including to the United States. Such transferred personal information may be subject to the laws of these other countries and the laws of other countries regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information may be different from the laws of Canada.

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  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Professional Services

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