Senior Resident Engineering Representative (Seasonal, Camp-Based)British Columbia, CanadaJob DescriptionPosted Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00 AMBased 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 1,400 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: McElhanney is seeking a highly experienced Senior Resident Engineering Representative (RER) to support the construction of a ~35 km mining access road in rugged mountainous terrain in Northwest British Columbia. The road is comparable to Forest Service Road (FSR)–style linear infrastructure and will require strong field judgment, practical engineering experience, and confident on‐site leadership. This role is suited for a hands‐on field skilled with 10+ years of experience who is comfortable working in remote, camp‐based environments and making real‐time engineering decisions in the field. Note: This role is not the Engineer of Record (EoR). The Senior RER will have authority to make minor geometry changes in the field and is expected to communicate changes to the broader project team. Significant deviations from the design must be reviewed with the Engineer of Record prior to implementation.Job Details:Location: Remote Project Site, Northwest British ColumbiaRotation: 14 Days On / 12 Days Off (paid travel day on either side of rotation)Schedule: 12‐hour shifts (primarily day shift; infrequent night shiftsas required)Season: July 1 to October 30. Annually for 3–4 years and could start as early as May in 2027 and beyond.Start Date: Anticipated June 1, 2026Key Responsibilities:Make minor field-fit geometry adjustments (horizontal and vertical alignment) to address constructability and site conditionsMark up IFC drawings to clearly document approved field changesCoordinate daily with contractors, inspectors,



and site personnelPrepare daily reports, progress summaries, and quantity trackingReview and respond to RFIs and issue field instructions as requiredIdentify, document, and manage non‐conformancesInterface with environmental and permitting team members as requiredProvide visible safety leadership, including completion of Field‐Level Risk Assessments (FLRAs)Hold contractors and site personnel accountable to safety and quality expectationsField Conditions & Safety:Remote, camp‐based project in mountainous terrainSafety‐sensitive, dry site (no drugs or alcohol permitted)Pre‐hire and ongoing pre‐access drug and alcohol testing requiredMust be physically fit and capable of working long hours in challenging terrain and weather conditionsQualifications & Experience:Minimum 10+ years of relevant field and construction experienceP.Eng., P.Tech., or AScTOther professional accreditation may be considered based on experienceStrong background in linear infrastructure, access roads, or similar resource projectsComfortable making field decisions with limited survey data when requiredConfident communicator with strong leadership presenceValid Class 5 driver's license requiredDesign & Technical Expectations:Perform field‐fit redesigns and geometry adjustmentsMark up IFC drawings clearly and accuratelyNo requirement to draft changes in AutoCAD or Civil 3D — office staff will translate markupsAbility to work with incomplete or evolving information while maintaining design intentEmployment Status:Seasonal contract positionOpen to independent contractors (daily rate to be negotiated)Travel, Camp & PPE:Camp accommodations and meals providedTravel arranged by McElhanney (Western Canada based candidates welcome)Steel‐toed boots required (eligible for McElhanney boot allowance)All other PPE supplied by McElhanneyHourly Rate: The hourly rate for this position is $52.88 - $72.12 per hour. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual's education, experience, skills,



and professional qualifications. The posted range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The offered rate will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and InclusionAt 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.To learn more about our recognition as Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025), visit Top Employer: McElhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.Com).Visit us on Glassdoor to learn more about our employee experience.Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.McElhanney is aware of activities where individuals have received fraudulent job offers. Please be advised that McElhanney will not ask applicants for any form of monetary exchange at any point in the recruitment process. To learn more visit: www.Mcelhanney.Com/careers/fraud-warning. The disclosure of your information in accordance with this Policy and applicable law, including to third party service providers may result in your personal information being transferred outside of Canada, including to the United States. Such transferred personal information may be subject to the laws of these other countries and the laws of other countries regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information may be different from the laws of Canada.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Resident Engineering Representative (Seasonal, Camp-Based) - C$52.9 - C$72.1 An Hour (Vancouver)
🏢 McElhanney
📍 Vancouver