The Opportunity
McElhanney Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Structural Drafter or Technologist in Kelowna, Salmon Arm, Cranbrook, or Canmore. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their design experience by working on a wide variety of structural engineering projects. The successful candidate will be an expert with AutoCAD and other technical software.

We believe in a team approach, working hard and playing hard, and the satisfaction that comes with providing solutions to complex projects. We provide opportunity for professional growth and learning, through project delivery, internal and external education. We are client focused and take great pride in providing value and contributing to project success.

What You\xe2\x80\x99ll Be Doing:
Perform preliminary design and detailed drafting of steel, concrete, wood and masonry structures for a wide variety of structural engineering projects, including buildings and civil structures.
Work with other team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are achieved and maintained.
Collaborate with other disciplines both internally and externally.
Assist in improving AutoCAD and Revit standards for structural drafting.
Opportunities to complete field inspections to monitor the quality and progress of the work being performed.
Opportunities to manage projects of medium scope and complexity. This includes meeting with clients, defining scope and budget to prepare proposals, and managing the schedule and budget of projects from concept to final delivery of drawings through to site inspections and project completion.

What You\xe2\x80\x99ll Bring: Certificate or Diploma of Technology, plus:
0 - 5 years of experience in a similar role for junior candidates.
6 - 10 years of experience in a similar role for intermediate candidates.
Registration or eligibility for future registration as an AScT or other technical accreditations is an asset.
Experience with structural design or drafting and technical standards / specifications is an asset.
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
Experience with Revit is an asset.
Construction or structural consulting experience is an asset.
Attention to detail and drive for excellence.
Effective verbal and written communication skills as well as a positive, team-orientated attitude.

What Can We Offer You?
Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle.
Great benefits, including extended health & dental coverage, healthcare spending account, & RRSP matching.
Maternity leave top-up and parental leave.
Competitive salary and participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan.
Financial assistance with relocation if applicable.
Opportunity to become a shareholder in an employee-owned firm.
A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all.
Continuous support for your professional development and growth.
Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone.
Participation in our numerous programs that support our Four Cornerstones: people & communities, clients & partners, processes & technology, and financial.
Opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that is recognized as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top 100 Employers (2023).
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 1,000 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, 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.
Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.

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

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Department: Engineering
This is a full-time position