About McElhanney Founded in Western Canada over 110 years ago, McElhanney provides innovative engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee‑owned firm with about 1,500 staff in 31 locations, we offer qualified staff share‑holding opportunities. Our collaborative teams build strong connections with staff, clients and local communities. Employees enjoy varied projects, high autonomy, career development, competitive compensation, and a supportive professional environment.
Opportunity
Join our growing Project Management team as a Senior Project Manager. You’ll lead complex design and construction projects as an Owner’s Representative, working closely with clients to bring their vision to life and guiding projects from early planning through to completion.
Location: Vancouver, Surrey, Langley or Kelowna, BC (remote work options available).
What You’ll Do
- Act as an Owner’s Representative across a range of infrastructure projects
- Work with a variety of clients, consultants, and interested parties—both internal and external
- Lead projects from initiation through to commissioning
- Support business development efforts, including proposals and client meetings
- Facilitate project meetings and implement Project Management Plans
- Mentor and collaborate with project managers, coordinators, and contract administrators
- Ensure quality assurance and quality control standards are met
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks
- Support public consultation and stakeholder engagement on behalf of clients
- Participate in consultation with Indigenous communities, respecting culture and protocols
- Coordinate with consultants, utilities, and interested parties to achieve project goals
- Travel occasionally for project work
What You’ll Bring
- A degree or diploma in a relevant field (engineering, construction management, business, architecture, etc.)
- 10+ years of experience managing infrastructure projects
- Proven ability to lead projects while keeping client priorities front and center
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship‑building skills
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including Indigenous groups
- PMP or other PMI certification (considered an asset)
- Experience working with government clients (considered an asset)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Project and strong presentation/writing skills
- A valid driver’s license and flexibility to split time between office and site
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $125,000 – $165,000 per annum. Compensation is commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
- Work‑Life Harmony: Flexible hours to balance personal and professional commitments
- Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top‑up, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Employees & Family Assistance Program
- Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all
- Compensation: 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 where applicable
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
McElhanney fosters a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate a team rich in expertise and perspectives and welcome applicants from diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, ages, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the selection process.
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