The Opportunity
McElhanney Ltd. is looking to hire an Office Survey Technologist to join our growing geomatics team. This is a great career opportunity for a dedicated individual who enjoys working in the great outdoors and/or in an office setting to gain hands on surveying experience. Working directly with seasoned professionals and industry leading mentors, you will collaborate with land surveyors, field supervisors, project managers, party chiefs, survey assistants, and other staff to provide timely and efficient completion on a variety of legal, topographic and construction surveys in rural and remote areas.
Our team offers a welcoming culture which allows staff to learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships. Most importantly, we have nurtured a fun and family like environment, making McElhanney a workplace where our staff choose to grow long-term careers. In addition, we have established programs that support the growth of our future leaders. We have built and sustained a reputation of taking great care in developing our people and fostering a positive, friendly, and rewarding work environment.
The successful candidate will be based in and working out of our office in Whistler as part of our Vancouver Geomatics Branch.
This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Interpret field data in order to create accurate survey drawings and legal plans, which will include downloading and editing field data, interpreting field notes and sketches, and processing conventional and GPS data.
- Communicate scope and schedule information to team members, set expectations, and ensure project tasks are completed on time.
- Complete calculations as needed and prepare for drafting or client project reporting.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and clients regarding enquiries and issues.
- Implementing and ensure quality assurance on all field returns.
- Maintain, test, calibrate and adjust survey equipment as needed.
- Work with Project Manager for performance of office tasks.
- Coordinate the preparation of documents and applications required for regulatory approvals.
What You’ll Bring
- Two-year technical diploma or degree in geomatics or civil engineering with up to 5 years of previous experience in a similar role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Physically fit, able 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.
- Experience with Civil 3D, MicroSurvey and Trimble Business Centre 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?
- 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.
- 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.
Based in Western Canada for over 100 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 1,100 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.
