Intermediate / Senior Civil Engineering Technologist, Campbell River

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 pride ourselves on providing qualified staff with share‑holding options. Our team collaborates to build strong connections with staff, clients, and local communities. Employees enjoy varied projects, autonomy, career development, competitive compensation and benefits, and a supportive environment.

The Opportunity McElhanney is seeking a motivated Intermediate / Senior Civil Engineering Technologist to join our team. The role focuses on design expertise across private and public projects, including municipal infrastructure, subdivisions, and multi‑family developments. Our award‑winning engineers challenge conventional thinking and create long‑lasting, community‑focused solutions in bridges, transportation, water resources, land development, and more. The position is safety‑sensitive and requires completion of a pre‑employment drug&alcohol and fitness‑for‑work testing.

Why Campbell River Campbell River offers a high quality of life with affordable living, natural surroundings, and a welcoming community. The McElhanney Campbell River branch has grown steadily over 37 years, delivering impactful, high‑quality projects and maintaining a supportive workplace where individuals are encouraged to learn, grow and build long‑term careers.

What You’ll Be Doing

Develop detailed engineering designs and drawings for civil municipal and land development projects, including water, sewer, stormwater, roadways, and site grading.

Translate concepts, sketches, and field data into accurate plans using Civil 3D and other technical software.

Prepare documentation for permits and approvals, including design reports, cost estimates, and tender packages.

Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Identify and resolve design and field issues proactively, applying independent problem‑solving.

Support contract administration, construction coordination, and technical reviews as needed.

What You’ll Bring

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, or a related discipline.

7+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering consulting or a similar technical role.

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential.

Registration as an AScT (or eligibility) or other relevant technical accreditations are considered an asset.

Experience with stormwater, sanitary, water system design/laboration and construction inspection is an asset.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to clients.

Project management or coordination experience, including stakeholder communication, budget tracking, and documentation to support timely and efficient project delivery.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage project workflows and produce high‑quality deliverables with minimal supervision.

What Can We Offer You? The salary range for this position is $71,000– $110,000 per annum.

Opportunity to become a shareholder in an employee‑owned company.

Flexible work hours.

Maternity leave top‑up and parental leave.

Extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account and RRSP matching.

Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support.

Continuous support for professional development and growth.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion McElhanney cultivates a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We 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 you feel you could contribute, we encourage you to apply.

Application instructions: For more information, visit Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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