Engineering Program Manager, Bridges and Structures

Engineering Program Manager, Bridges and Structures

Calgary, AB, Canada Req #618

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

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.
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 have a new opportunity for a Bridge and Structures Program Manager to join our team in Calgary.
This role is ideal for someone who is looking to utilize their leadership and technical skills while working collaboratively with McElhanney business leaders from various disciplines.
The Bridge and Structures Program Manager will also operate alongside our established bridge and structural engineering practices across Alberta and British Columbia.

We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer with excellent leadership abilities, solid technical skills, and a strong aptitude for business development focused on leading the pursuit and delivery of bridge and structural engineering projects, including the design, rehabilitation, and/or evaluation of municipal, highway, transit, and pedestrian bridge structures.

The successful candidate is a leader who possesses a versatile skill set encompassing people management and coaching, business acumen, and financial expertise, essential for navigating the complexities of our industry.
As a people leader, you excel in fostering relationships and cultivating a supportive work environment that motivates team members to excel.
Your adept communication and listening skills empower each member to contribute meaningfully, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Through mentorship and feedback, you instill a culture of continuous learning, driving individual and team success.
As a Business Leader, you demonstrate a keen understanding of market dynamics, identify and cultivate new business opportunities, manage client relationships, and possess strategic insight to drive growth.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead diverse projects:
  envision and manage technical, logistical, and financial aspects and oversee engineering design from proposal stage through to commissioning of the work.
• Hire, retain, coach, and mentor staff fostering a positive and engaged culture.
• Facilitate continuous learning and professional development of team members.
• Collaborate with branches across the region and company to support local projects.
• Lead business development, workload balancing, staffing, equipment, safety, quality, and financial outcomes within the bridge and structures market.
• Develop new business opportunities and establish strategic relationships with key clients, agencies, and partners.
• Represent McElhanney to the external environment including clients, businesses, and professional associations.
• Serve as a senior technical leader for bridge and structural engineering across the company.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university with strong technical skills and 15+ years of related technical experience.
• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer in Alberta or ability to obtain registration through existing inter-jurisdictional agreements.

Skills & Attributes for Success:

• Strong interpersonal skills:
  able to complement an already strong team with humility, curiosity, and a service mindset.
• Aptitude for leadership, continuous learning, knowledge sharing and relationship building.
• Ability to prioritize, delegate responsibilities, and motivate others to produce high-level results.
• Demonstrated sound business development skills and project management skills.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $175,000 per annum.
McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual's education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications.
In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle.
• Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
• Participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan.
• Opportunity for the right candidate to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company.
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave top-up.
• Employee and Family assistance program.
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth.

Application Instructions:

Please include in your application:

• An updated resume highlighting relevant experience.
• A cover letter that includes your motivation for applying for this 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 diverse team and welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit ***/careers to learn more.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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