About McElhanney

Founded in Western Canada over 110 years ago, McElhanney provides innovative engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee‑owned firm with about 1,500 staff in 31 locations, we offer qualified staff share‑holding opportunities. Our collaborative teams build strong connections with staff, clients and local communities. Employees enjoy varied projects, high autonomy, career development, competitive compensation, and a supportive professional environment.

Opportunity Join our growing Project Management team as a Senior Project Manager. You’ll lead complex design and construction projects as an Owner’s Representative, working closely with clients to bring their vision to life and guiding projects from early planning through to completion.

Location:

Vancouver, Surrey, Langley or Kelowna, BC (remote work options available).

What You’ll Do

Act as an Owner’s Representative across a range of infrastructure projects

Work with a variety of clients, consultants, and interested parties—both internal and external

Lead projects from initiation through to commissioning

Support business development efforts, including proposals and client meetings

Facilitate project meetings and implement Project Management Plans

Mentor and collaborate with project managers, coordinators, and contract administrators

Ensure quality assurance and quality control standards are met

Identify, assess, and manage project risks

Support public consultation and stakeholder engagement on behalf of clients

Participate in consultation with Indigenous communities, respecting culture and protocols

Coordinate with consultants, utilities, and interested parties to achieve project goals

Travel occasionally for project work

What You’ll Bring

A degree or diploma in a relevant field (engineering, construction management, business, architecture, etc.)





10+ years of experience managing infrastructure projects

Proven ability to lead projects while keeping client priorities front and center

Strong leadership, communication, and relationship‑building skills

Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including Indigenous groups

PMP or other PMI certification (considered an asset)

Experience working with government clients (considered an asset)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Project and strong presentation/writing skills

A valid driver’s license and flexibility to split time between office and site

Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $125,000 – $165,000 per annum. Compensation is commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Work‑Life Harmony: Flexible hours to balance personal and skilled commitments

Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top‑up, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Employees & Family Assistance Program

Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all

Compensation: 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 where applicable

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion McElhanney fosters a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate a team rich in expertise and perspectives and welcome applicants from diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, ages, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the selection process.

McElhanney is aware of activities where individuals have received fraudulent job offers. McElhanney will not request any monetary exchange at any point in the recruitment process. To learn more, visit

www.mcelhanney.com/careers/fraud-warning .

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📌 Senior Project Manager (Kelowna)
🏢 McElhanney
📍 Kelowna