Senior Structural Engineer

McElhanney — Terrace, BC, Canada

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The Opportunity At McElhanney, we're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer who wants to do more than deliver great engineering. This is an opportunity to help lead and grow a structural practice in one of British Columbia's most dynamic regions while working alongside a multidisciplinary team with deep roots in Northern BC. You'll have the chance to influence strategy, develop client relationships, mentor future engineering leaders, and deliver impactful projects that support communities, industry, transportation networks, and resource development throughout the region. Whether you're an experienced technical leader looking to broaden your business and leadership responsibilities, or an established practice leader seeking a meaningful opportunity with a respected Canadian firm, this role offers the platform to make a lasting impact. For more than 50 years, McElhanney's Terrace office has been a trusted partner throughout Northwest BC. Today, our team collaborates with professionals across Terrace, Kitimat, Smithers, Prince Rupert, Prince George, and Western Canada, combining local knowledge with national expertise to solve complex engineering challenges. McElhanney’s structural practice works on a broad range of industrial, commercial, transportation, infrastructure, marine, resource-sector and community projects, from conceptual planning through construction and commissioning. The successful candidate will be based in Terrace, BC, with relocation assistance available for candidates interested in making Northwest BC home. This role is about more than project delivery. You'll have the opportunity to: Shape the direction of the structural practice in Northern BC Mentor and develop emerging professionals Influence key business decisions and growth strategies Build long-term client relationships and trusted partnerships Help identify and pursue new opportunities across the region What You’ll Do As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will take a lead role in delivering structural projects from concept through design and construction. Your responsibilities will include: Structural Design: Lead and deliver structural engineering projects across industrial, infrastructure, municipal, commercial and residential sectors. Technical Leadership: Prepare and review structural analysis, calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports. Field & Construction Support: Complete field verifications, structural condition assessments, inspections and provide engineering support during construction. Project Delivery: Help manage project scope, schedules, budgets and quality while working closely with clients and project teams. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work with civil, geotechnical, survey, materials testing and environmental teams to deliver integrated solutions. Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers and technical staff. Client & Business Development: Develop strong client relationships and contr




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