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 1,500 staff members in 31 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

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with strong leadership capabilities and broad technical expertise in transportation planning, transit, and traffic engineering to join our Calgary office as Transportation Planning Division Manager.

Reporting to the Calgary Senior Division Manager, you will collaborate with leaders and managers across the branch while directly managing a team of high-performing technical professionals. In this role, you will lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of transportation projects, including functional planning studies, transportation master plans, traffic counts, traffic impact assessments, safety reviews, geometric assessments, and other related initiatives.

You will play a critical role in fostering a positive and inclusive team culture built on trust, accountability, and open communication, empowering your team to excel and grow. Building on our reputation as a trusted advisor, you will strengthen the division’s position as a leader and manager in delivering high-quality engineering solutions while mentoring and developing talent, driving business development, and deepening client relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for a leader and manager who is passionate about both technical excellence and team development, and who is motivated by the opportunity to shape and grow a division. You will have the autonomy to influence strategy and operations, while working collaboratively to align divisional goals with the broader Calgary branch. Consistent with McElhanney’s commitment to mentorship and professional growth, you will receive ongoing support, training, and guidance from experienced leaders and technical experts across the firm.

What You’ll Do

Collaborate closely with the Senior Division Manager to drive operational excellence through effective resource sharing and cross-functional teamwork Build and sustain a strong, cohesive team culture that emphasizes safety, inclusivity, project delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and team growth Recruit, mentor, and develop team members, while managing performance to support engagement and retention Lead the successful delivery of multidisciplinary transportation projects, overseeing technical, financial, and schedule components from pursuit positioning through to project completion Manage divisional operations, including client relationships, business development, resource planning, staffing, financial performance, training, quality, and safety Contribute to the development and execution of branch business plans and budgets Represent McElhanney externally with clients, partners, and industry and professional associations to enhance the company’s reputation and market presence

What You’ll Bring

Education in a relevant field, with strong technical expertise in transportation planning, transit, and/or traffic engineering Professional designation (PEng or CTech) in good standing, or eligibility to obtain registration through inter-jurisdictional agreements 10+ years of progressive experience delivering transportation planning assignments Demonstrated success in business development, client relationship management, and securing project work Proven ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and on budget Exposure to managing staff at project and/or team level Experience working on transportation projects with the City of Calgary is a strong asset, including familiarity with local standards, policies, and stakeholder expectations

Skills & Attributes For Success

Operational Acumen: Exposure to evaluating existing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing changes that enhance operational performance and profitability. People Leadership: Motivated to empower, coach and mentor teams to achieve high performance, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth. Strategic Thinking: Delivering for today while thinking about the future. Safety & Inclusivity: Commitment to a “safety-first” and inclusive culture, ensuring employees understand and prioritize safe work practices in all operations. Customer-Focus: Customer-centric mindset when dealing with internal and external clients.

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $160,000 per annum. 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.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!

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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