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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% employeeowned 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 We are seeking a Senior Municipal Engineer to join and help grow our Edmonton office. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on leading multidisciplinary projects, building client relationships, and developing the next generation of municipal engineers. Youll play a key role in shaping the teams technical direction, mentoring intermediate and junior staff, and supporting strategic growth in the Edmonton region. This position is Edmonton based and offers the flexibility of remote work. Why This Role Might Be a Great Match For You Youre ready to step into a leadership path where you can shape a team, mentor emerging engineers, and influence the direction of municipal projects in a growing office. You enjoy balancing handson technical design with bigpicture project strategy, client coordination, and building longterm relationships. You thrive in an environment where autonomy, collaboration, and employeeownership give you the space to grow your career while making a visible impact in Alberta communities. What Youll Do Lead the design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, site servicing, stormwater management, roadways, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, reservoirs, and land development. Oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality control. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to intermediate and junior engineers, technologists, and designers. Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams to ensure successful project outcomes. Prepare and review engineering reports, design briefs, cost estimates, and tender packages. Support business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and relationship building. Contribute to longterm team planning, workload forecasting, and staff development. Participate in construction support services, including field reviews and responding to contractor inquiries. What Youll Bring A Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline. 15+ years of municipal engineering experience, ideally in Alberta or Western Canada. Registration as a P.Eng. with APEGA (or eligibility for registration). Strong technical background in municipal servicing design and familiarity with local standards (City of Edmonton, transportation, surrounding municipalities). Proven experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships. A passion for mentoring and developing engineering staff. A valid drivers license and willingness to conduct occasional field work. Desire to develop and grow a team. Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $164,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individuals 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 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 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 dont meet all of the requirements outlined. Were interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney! Additional Information To learn more about our recognition as Canada''''s Top 100 Employers (2025), 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. Fraud Warning 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. 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