The Opportunity:

Based in Calgary or Edmonton, this leadership role offers the opportunity to shape and grow our bridge operations in Alberta, while working closely with our established Major Bridges team in British Columbia. Reporting to the Operations Leader of Calgary Engineering or Edmonton Engineering depending on the location of the successful candidate, the Alberta Bridge Lead will oversee a team of a dozen bridge engineers and technicians across both cities, contributing to a larger Western Canadian bridge practice of 30+ professionals delivering a full range of services from inspection and rehabilitation to the design of standard and major bridges.

As a key member of our bridge leadership team, you’ll collaborate with experts across disciplines—transportation planning and design, geomatics, hydrotechnical, geotechnical, construction supervision, and more—to deliver integrated solutions across Western Canada. 

We’re looking for a Professional Engineer with a proven track record in both technical delivery and business development of bridge projects, including municipal, highway, transit, and pedestrian structures. You are a well-rounded leader who fosters a high-performing team culture through strong communication, mentorship, and collaboration. Your business acumen, client focus, and financial expertise enable you to drive growth, make informed decisions, and deliver long-term success.

Join us in empowering people, amazing clients, and caring for communities as part of McElhanney’s trusted bridge engineering team.

Application deadline: July 12, 2025, 9:59pm MST 

 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 an 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 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 to enhance McElhanney’s positive public profile.
• Serve as a senior technical leader for bridge engineering across the company as part of our Technical Service Group program

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: a proven track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships through reliably executing project tasks in accordance with well documented plans
• Prior experience leading Major Bridge projects for Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors is an asset

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000 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
  
  

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 deadline: July 12, 2025, 9:59pm MST 

Application Instructions: 

Please include in your application:

1. An updated resume that is relevant to the position
2. A cover letter that includes:
   • Your motivation for applying for this position, highlighting what specifically attracts you to the role.
   • Explain how your unique blend of skills and experiences would enable you to make a significant impact as both a people leader and a business leader at McElhanney.
   • What relevant experience do you have?

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.


Alternate titles: Alberta Bridge Manager, Senior Bridge Manager, Senior Division Manager Bridges, Bridge Engineer, Bridge Lead