About Mc Elhanney
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, Mc Elhanney 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 Mc Elhanney, 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:
Mc Elhanney has an opportunity for a Senior Survey Technician to join our team around Alberta! Reporting to the Division Manager, or the project manager on site, you will direct the field crew to complete projects in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner to meet contractual and legal obligations. Within this role, you will be involved in surveying resource industry related facilities and pipelines and local construction and legal work around Grande Prairie. There is also a significant opportunity to work on major pipeline construction projects around Grande Prairie and throughout Western Canada. This is a great opportunity for an individual that is looking to grow their career in Geomatics Engineering with a well-established company.

• The ability to travel and work out of town in remote areas for extended periods of time is required.
• Pre-employment, drug and alcohol as well as fitness for work testing is required.

Salary Range: $64,000-$97,000 Per Annum. Mc Elhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary 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.

What You will be doing:

• Take direction from the Project Manager to understand the following: project objectives, allocated budgets, goals, schedules, and timeframes
• Communicate scope and schedule information to team members, set expectations, and ensure project tasks are completed on time
• Field completion of various types of surveys focusing on legal and construction surveys for the oil and gas industry as well as boundary surveys.
• Work with the Project Manager, client, and other Mc Elhanney staff to develop solutions and move projects forward.
• Manage information flow from field to office and prepare clear, concise, and accurate field notes, records, and calculations
• Ensure implementation of quality assurance, safety, and policy compliance.

What You bring to the team:

• Two-year technical diploma in Geomatics or Civil Engineering with at least 2 years of previous experience in a similar role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working in remote environments
• Capable of working independently and solving problems on the job.
• Physical ability to work in mountainous and forested terrain and ability to lift heavy equipment.
• Willing to work in various environmental conditions with varied terrain, able to work in wildlife populated areas, and willing to work in remote areas for extended periods and varied hours
• Line locating training and comfort locating on a variety of sites
• Experience with Trimble survey products.
• Experience with Underground Utility Locating is an asset
• Valid driver’s license required
• Good written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, good attendance, sound judgment skills, and general computer knowledge.

What can we offer You?

• Involvement with long-term clients in a variety of markets and industries
• What can we offer You?
• Opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team of Surveyors, Engineers and Environmental Professionals
• The opportunity to be involved in one of Canada's largest private RPAS/drone programs
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
• Extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching
• Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
• Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership
• Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.
For a full review of our Projects, Please Visit Our Online Portfolio: https://Www.Mcelhanney.Com/Portfolio

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Mc Elhanney, 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 Mc Elhanney!

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or 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: Mc Elhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).

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

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