Municipal & Indigenous Client Manager / Project Manager

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 a new opportunity for a Client Manager to join our team in Kamloops, BC. This role is ideal for a collaborative and entrepreneurial leader who is passionate about strengthening our relationships with Indigenous and local government clients while supporting continued growth in the Kamloops area.

This position is primarily oriented toward business development and client relationship management alongside project management. It is intended to our senior-level sales capacity within the branch and will play a key role in building and sustaining a strong and diverse project pipeline. You will work closely with technical leaders across disciplines including civil engineering, landscape architecture, infrastructure planning, geomatics, geotechnical, environmental, and land development. You will help advance McElhanney’s vision of being Western Canada’s ACE consultant: Amazing our clients, Caring for our communities, and Empowering our people.

The successful candidate will be based in Kamloops, and open for frequent travel, including overnight stays, to support client relationships and business development activities throughout the surrounding communities.

What You’ll Do:

Directly reporting to the Senior Division Manager of our Kamloops branch, you will:

Lead business development efforts with a focus on municipal and Indigenous clients

Build and maintain strong client relationships across Kamloops and surrounding areas

Identify and advance opportunities to support a growing and sustainable pipeline of work

Build alignment with division managers and technical teams to execute client needs

Support proposals, pursuits, and strategic positioning for key opportunities

Develop new business opportunities and establish relationships with municipalities, Indigenous communities, developers, agencies, and key partners

Represent McElhanney at community events, industry associations, and professional networks

Contribute to strategic growth initiatives aligned with McElhanney’s Strategy 2030 priorities

What You’ll Bring:

Degree, Diploma, or equivalent experience in engineering, environmental, planning, architecture, construction management, business, or a related discipline

Minimum 10+ years of experience within consulting, municipal, Indigenous, or community infrastructure environments

Professional designation is considered an asset but not required, provided the candidate has a strong understanding of the consulting environment

Skills & Attributes for Success:

Based in Kamloops with deep familiarity of local markets

Established and active relationships within Kamloops and the surrounding areas

Knowledge of municipal infrastructure, community development, and local growth trends within BC Interior markets

Ability and willingness to travel regularly to client communities across the area, including remote locations, with overnight stays and time away from home to support in person client engagement and relationship building

Demonstrated success in business development, sales, and maintaining client relationships

Ability to identify opportunities and translate them into pipeline growth

Collaborative and practical approach to working across divisions and disciplines

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent communication and interest-holder engagement skills

What Can We Offer You?

The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle

Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching

Participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan

Opportunity to become a shareholder in an employee-owned company

Maternity leave top-up and parental leave top-up

Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone

Continuous support for your professional development and growth

Dog-friendly office, bring your well behaved best friend to work

Free onsite parking

Application Instructions:Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. Updated Resume: Provide a current resume that clearly demonstrates your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments relevant to this opportunity.

2. Cover Letter: Your cover letter should address the following:

Why are you interested in this role?

How would you make an impact?

Other industry relevant position titles: Project Manager & Client Relationship Manager OR Business Development Manager

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!

Learn more about our recognition here: McElhanney Requalifies as a Gold Standard Best Managed Company!

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

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