Geomatics Technologist (Campbell River, BC; Courtenay, BC; Duncan, BC; Nanaimo, BC; Victoria, BC)

Job title: Geomatics Technologist (Campbell River, BC; Courtenay, BC; Duncan, BC; Nanaimo, BC; Victoria, BC)

Job description: The Opportunity:
McElhanney is looking for a Geomatics Technologist to join our Survey Team in Vancouver Island, BC. This is a great opportunity for an experienced individual who would like to be exposed to field experience. Within this role, you will be involved in surveying at local locations primarily for resource industry related facilities, construction layouts, land development and scanning work. There is also a significant opportunity to work on projects using drones and scanning technology. This is a great opportunity for an individual that is looking to grow their career in Geomatics Engineering with a well-established company.

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What You Can Expect:

• Secure project work for 2+ years
• Overtime earned at time and a half
• Flexible work rotations suited to your needs
• Camp work, accommodations and living allowance provided based on travel requirements
• Hands on training and safety allowance for personal protective equipment

What You’re Fired Up To:

• Take direction from Project Manager to understand the following: project objectives, allocated budgets, goals, schedules, and timeframes
• Communicate scope and schedule information to team members, set expectations, and ensure project tasks are completed on time
• Manage information flow from field to office and prepare clear, concise, and accurate field notes, records and calculations
• 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
• Interpret Engineering plans for layout and quantities as well as quality assurance checks on civil construction projects
• Complete calculations as needed and prepare for drafting or client project reporting
• Liaising with Project Managers and clients regarding enquiries and issues;
• Implementing and ensuring quality assurance on all field returns
• Take instructions from the project manager for performance of office tasks.
• Ensure implementation of quality assurance, safety, and policy compliance.

What You’ll Bring:

• Two-year technical diploma in Geomatics or Civil Engineering with at least 5 years of previous experience in a similar role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Capable of working independently and taking ownership of tasks with support from office staff
• Physical ability to work in on busy sites with varied terrain and ability to lift heavy equipment.
• Confidence performing high precision surveys for layouts and control surveys
• 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
• Ability to travel for field positions, sometimes for extended periods
• Ability to work effectively in various geographical settings, weather conditions, and climates.

This role is designated as a position.

What’s In It For You?
Commonly referred as “Hawaii of the North”, Vancouver Island is a beautiful place to call home. It offers a fantastic array of culture from academia to arts to outdoors/beach lifestyles, and a fertile crescent of rich farmland, lush vineyards, heritage river and lake systems, and scenic back roads. The island also offers renowned outdoor recreation opportunities in hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing and more.
Our branches offer a wide array of McElhanney services including civil and structural engineering, land surveying and environmental consulting, working on projects both locally and in the greater Vancouver Island region.
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A Full Range of Benefits to Keep You Healthy & Happy

• Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle
• Flexibility to work remotely part time as needed
• Maternity leave top-up and parental leave
• Extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching
• Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
• Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership
• Financial assistance to support your relocation
• Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees.

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At McElhanney, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion which celebrates the successes that comes from a team diverse in expertise, experiences, and perspectives. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined above. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you could bring to the McElhanney team!

About McElhanney 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.

Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.

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If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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