Chief Technology Officer
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 1,400 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.
The Opportunity:
At McElhanney, we care deeply about each other, our clients, and our communities. We are driven by our grit, passion, and perseverance, and we rally behind safety, respect, and inclusion for all. With our core values acting as our guiding principles in every decision we make, our executive leaders show up each day to lead our firm with purpose-driven direction and our people with support and care.
McElhanney is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join our executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the CTO will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing our enterprise-wide technology strategy to support McElhanney’s growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
The CTO will lead three key functions: the delivery of innovative digital solutions, overseeing technology operations (IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, help desk and applications), and leading our strategic technology initiatives. As a strategic leader, technical mentor, and business enabler, you will ensure McElhanney’s technology capabilities are innovative, scalable, and aligned with evolving client needs and market opportunities.
While our preference is for the successful candidate to be based in Vancouver, we are open to candidates located in any of our McElhanney offices across Western Canada.
Who You Are: A Strategic Partner, a Leader, and an Achiever
As a Strategic Partner, you are a collaborative and people-focused business leader who plays a key role on McElhanney’s Executive Committee, helping shape the future of our company through technological innovation. As a People Leader, you champion a people-centered approach, fostering an engaged, empowered, and forward-thinking team. As a Visionary, you explore emerging technologies to ensure McElhanney’s long-term readiness. And as an Achiever, you inspire teams to reach ambitious goals with optimism, purpose, and drive.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Working closely with our technology teams, executive and operational leaders, you will drive innovation by identifying, evaluating and implementing technological advancements. You will develop, advance and guide the overall information technology roadmap, leveraging your expertise to ensure the execution of technological solutions. You will play a pivotal role in aligning McElhanney’s technology direction with our corporate strategic objectives, vision and values. You will inspire and mentor a team of senior IT professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth and innovation. Your leadership will be instrumental in building strong, trust-based relationships across all levels of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead McElhanney’s ongoing digital transformation journey, both internally and externally, by modernizing systems and collaborating to digitalize project workflows.
- Understand our business and client needs to identify opportunities where technology can drive value and enable innovative solutions.
- Develop and execute enterprise-wide technology strategies aligned with McElhanney’s corporate strategic plan.
- Effectively communicate the technology vision and strategy, gaining alignment and support from executive leaders and key stakeholders.
- Monitor emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements, assessing their potential impact on the organization.
- Ensure the development and maintenance of a robust, scalable, and secure IT infrastructure, including cybersecurity and disaster recovery readiness.
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and evolving requirements across all technology systems.
- Oversee the delivery of exceptional IT services and digital experiences for McElhanney employees.
- Lead the planning and execution of large-scale technology transformation initiatives.
- Manage strategic vendor relationships and technology partnerships to support business objectives and innovation.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in digital solutions and/or information technology leadership roles.
- Proven strategic thinker with a passion for leveraging technology to drive business value and enable innovation.
- Deep expertise in data governance, IT infrastructure, and emerging technologies, including the practical application of artificial intelligence.
- Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of operations, budgeting, market trends, and internal client needs.
- Experience working within large-scale IT environments (1,000+ users), including leading major system replacement initiatives such as ERP implementations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of cloud-native architecture, DevOps practices, application development, and system integration strategies.
What Can We Offer You? The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $275,000 per annum along with the opportunity to participate in our generous Performance Bonus Plan and to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company.
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
- Maternity leave top-up and parental leave top-up
- Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone
- Continuous support for your professional development and growth
- Financial assistance to support your relocation if applicable
McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications which 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.
Application Instructions:
Please include the following in your application:
- An updated curriculum vitae that is relevant to the position.
- A cover letter that includes your interest in the position and a description of the qualities and experience you have which will make you excel in this position.
Deadline to apply: July 25, 2025, 8:59pm PST
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
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.
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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
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