Job Description

The Opportunity - Shape the Future of Transportation in Western Canada - Join us in Calgary!
McElhanney is looking for a motivated Transportation Project Manager to join our growing team in Calgary, AB. In this role, you'll apply your technical capabilities and leadership to meaningful transportation projects - from concept through construction. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you'll keep projects on track and aligned with client goals across Western Canada and help shape how people and goods move through our communities.
This role is based in Calgary, AB, or open to candidates willing to relocate.
Why This Role Might Be a Great Match For You

• You thrive on variety and want to work on complex, high-impact transportation and municipal infrastructure projects that shape growing communities across Alberta.
• You're ready to lead, bringing your technical expertise and field experience to a team that values collaboration, innovation, and practical, buildable solutions.
• You're looking for real influence, with opportunities to grow client relationships, mentor junior staff, and help steer both project success and business development.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of transportation engineering projects, from proposal development, scoping, and budgeting through detailed design, implementation, and closeout. Effectively communicate technical concepts to clients, contractors, and project partners.
• Develop and actively manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans to meet or exceed performance, quality, and delivery benchmarks.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across offices and disciplines, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Prepare and oversee comprehensive project documentation, including technical specifications, financial reports, progress updates, and contractual deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, leveraging your network and credibility with Parks Canada Agency and other Alberta municipalities to drive project success and future opportunities.
• Mentor and support junior engineering staff, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new project opportunities and supporting proposal preparation.
• Prepare clear reports, memos, and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay current with evolving transportation tools, standards, and best practices.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in transportation engineering, ideally combining both field and office based consulting roles.
• Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or Professional Technologist (CET or P.Tech).
• Direct project experience with Parks Canada Agency is preferred; experience with Southern/Central Alberta rural municipalities is also valuable.
• Proven track record in:

• Managing transportation projects
• Overseeing detailed design ensuring technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with client and regulatory standards.
• Managing construction delivery, including tender preparation, contract administration and site coordination
• Leading proposal development and delivering impactful client presentations
• Navigating third-party coordination (utilities, developers, adjacent projects)
• Project controls and reporting, including invoicing, change orders, progress reporting, and budget tracking
• Clear, confident communication skills and experience producing high-quality technical reports, memos, and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Valid (or in progress) Class 5 driver's license.

What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000 per annum. In addition to base salary, our total compensation package includes annual performance-based bonuses, competitive benefit plans, generous vacation, and potential shareholder opportunities through our employee-owned structure, making overall compensation highly competitive within the industry. McElhanney's culture, competitive total compensation, career development opportunities, and meaningful work are key differentiators that have contributed to long tenures and fulfilling careers for our staff.
McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual's 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 position.

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