Intermediate/Senior Project Manager, TransportationMcElhanney • Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Intermediate/Senior Project Manager, Transportation
McElhanney
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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McElhanney is looking for a Transportation Project Manager to join our growing team in Calgary. In this role, you will apply your technical capabilities and leadership to civil transportation infrastructure projects - from concept through construction. Working with experienced and multidisciplinary teams, you'll keep projects on track and aligned with client goals. You'll play a central role in managing design and construction delivery, supporting business development, and mentoring junior staff.
This position is Calgary-based and offers the flexibility of remote work.
Why This Role Might Be a Great Match For You
You thrive on variety and want to work on complex, high-impact urban 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 the City of Calgary 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.
What You'll Bring
Registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), Professional Technologist (P.Tech).
7–15 years of experience in civil infrastructure, ideally combining both field and office based consulting roles.
Direct project experience with the City of Calgary is strongly preferred; experience with surrounding and other urban municipalities is also valuable.
Proven track record in:
Managing urban and semi-urban transportation projects (e.g., interchanges, streetscapes, bridges).
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).
Field experience, including materials testing, site inspections, and construction oversight.
Project controls and reporting, including invoicing, change orders, progress reporting, and budget tracking
Valid (or in progress) Class 5 driver's license.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $175,000 per year. 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 safety sensitive position.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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