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🌟 Work hardly seems like work when you’re in paradise! 🌟 Let’s spotlight another project with #WomenAtMcElhanney. In 2023, McElhanney conducted an impact assessment of the stunning Emerald Lake Lodge in BC. Carolyn Wright, RTAg, served as both Project Manager and Environmental Lead, while Karen S., PEng, took on the role of Water / Wastewater Engineer. The project scope included a review of the existing water and wastewater treatment plants and associated systems, and assessing their environmental impact along with a comprehensive report detailing suggested improvements.  Way to go, Carolyn and Karen! 🌿💧🏞️ #WomenInEngineering #TeamMcElhanney #ImpactAssessment #EnvironmentalEngineering #WomenInSTEM 

It’s the final installment of 2024’s #McElhanney Internal Award Winners, and we’re excited to celebrate this year’s W.G. McElhanney Award winner: Santino Pirillo! This award celebrates those who make exceptional contributions to the company, exceeding expectations in leadership, profitability, progress, and dedication to McElhanney's corporate philosophy. Santino has spent 25 years driving McElhanney’s success through visionary leadership and strategic growth. He positioned McElhanney as one of the top consultants in BC, winning numerous high profile complex projects and industry awards. Santino led the Vancouver region expansion of three offices and 20+ services, with >400% organic business growth in his time as an executive. Recently, he has assisted our Aberta operations with strategic hires, transfers, and leadership development.  Starting in Terrace as a junior engineer, then moving to Surrey and progressing through various roles to his current position as Executive Vice President in Vancouver, Santino deeply understands the company, the value of growth, and the importance of strong leadership.  His passion to mentor people has cultivated many of McElhanney’s technical, business, and people leaders while creating a culture of excellence and innovation.  Congratulations, Santino, for this significant achievement! 

Congratulations to our very own Claire Buxton for being featured in xyHt's 25 Young Geospatial Professionals to watch for in 2025! Recently licensed as a Canada Lands Surveyor, Claire goes above and beyond to support Indigenous clients and communities, including providing training at the Tulo Centre of Indigenous Economics earlier this year. She’s also passionate about inspiring the next generation of surveyors, serving as an ambassador for Get Kids into Survey and participating in the Girls and STEAM event at Science World.  Claire's dedication to sustainable community development and her leadership in the surveying field make her an invaluable member of the team. Thank you for ACE-ing it, Claire. 🎉    #EmployeeSpotlight #Geospatial #Sustainability #Leadership #ACLS #LandSurveyor 

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that McElhanney’s work on the Highway 3:02 and Highway 40:06 Rehabilitation Project has been recognized with the 2024 ITE Southern Alberta Project of the Year Award! 🎉 Spanning 32.7km through the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, this corridor is a critical link for the movement of goods, services, and motorists in the region. This transformative project upgraded Alberta’s southernmost east-west corridor to improve safety, efficiency, and traffic flow. Through our team’s innovative engineering solutions and proactive planning, this vital route now better serves both commuters and commercial traffic, while strengthening the region's economy. A huge thank you to the ITE Southern Alberta Section for hosting such a fantastic event and celebrating the power of transformative transportation projects in the places we call home. We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to our partners, Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors and Ledcor, for their collaboration and commitment to delivering this project. Learn more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gaYi2jbC #McElhanney #DesignExcellence #Transportation #AwardWin #Infrastructure #Collaboration #Innovation

In today’s #WomenAtMcElhanney project highlight: the Vancouver Wharves Terminal! Pictured is Anna Vu, EIT, who conducted hydrostatic testing for the on-site water distribution system. Anna evaluated the condition of watermains and valve infrastructure by gathering and monitoring pressure readings to detect any signs of leakage or bypassing. Anna also collaborated with the contractor to ensure the testing procedures met industry standards for this project. Way to go, Anna! 💪💧🔍 #WomenInEngineering #TeamMcElhanney #HydrostaticTesting #EngineeringExcellence #WomenInSTEM 

As we near the grand finale of our #McElhanney internal awards campaign, we’re proud to celebrate this year’s R.A. Brocklebank Award winners: Ryan Blommaert and his team—Jeff Thompson, Nicholas Madarash, and Richard Hatfield—from our Edmonton, AB office! This prestigious award recognizes employees who have made exceptional contributions to the growth and success of our company. Ryan (Branch Manager), Jeff (Division Manager, Facilities), Nick (Division Manager, Regulatory), and Richard (Division Manager, Geomatics Construction) have made an incredible impact by adapting to Alberta's evolving surveying market. Ryan and his team adapted to changing industry dynamics by rethinking their approach. They shifted from the traditional high field-crew-to-Project Manager ratio, focusing instead on efficiency. This included keeping field staff consistently busy, streamlining billing practices, and fostering a fresh mindset across their office. The team reviewed their operations, focusing on key ways to boost profitability and improve client service. Their efforts delivered impressive results, while demonstrating an ongoing commitment to operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Congratulations to Ryan, Jeff, Nick, and Richard on this outstanding achievement! 👏 #McElhanneyAwards #ProfessionalDevelopment

Today, we remember December 6th as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day is observed to remember and acknowledge the 1989 École Polytechnique massacre, where 14 young women were murdered in an act of misogyny. It is also known as White Ribbon Day, as white ribbons are worn as a symbol of commitment to ending violence against women in Canada, and to remember the victims of the massacre. Canadians are encouraged to observe a minute of silence, reflect on what can be done to create a more equitable and just world, and take action against gender-based violence. We encourage you to take action by listening to women’s stories, speaking up when something wrong is said or done, and researching how you may have benefited from a system that has caused harm to women.    This year, our Women at McElhanney (WAM) committee is raising awareness by distributing white ribbons to all our branches. We have encouraged our staff to wear these ribbons and spark further conversations about ending violence against women.   Take a moment to remember and learn more at https://lnkd.in/gR6FeRiz or https://www.whiteribbon.ca

🎉 Congratulations to the British Columbia Institute of Technology Tall Timber Student Housing Project team on winning Outstanding Structure in the $30M-$80M category at the National Council of Structural Engineers Assoc. 2024 SEE Awards! 🏆 #McElhanney is honoured to have contributed to this award-winning project by offering design services for utility servicing, roadworks, and erosion and sediment control, and also for having served as Coordinating Registered Professional for utility works that were completed before building construction. Kudos to the Project Manager, Marco Cusano, MBA, P.Eng., PMP, LEED® AP ND, and Designer / Inspector Anita Kyle. Learn more about the project and the industry leaders who turned this vision into a reality: https://lnkd.in/grzSBTkG #Stormwater #SustainabilityServices #Sustainability #Innovation

🌟 Last month, #McElhanney sponsored the Girls & STEAM Summit at Science World, empowering 300 girls with hands-on Science, technology, engineering, art and design, and mathematics activities! Huge thanks to our amazing team! 💡✨ We were thrilled to support an event that brought girls, aged 12-14, together for a day filled with empowering workshops and activities designed to spark their passion for science and engineering. A big shoutout to our amazing representatives: Azadeh Koohzare, Ph.D., PEng, Claire Buxton, Nohemi G. Espinoza Martinez, Punya Arora, Salima Akbari, Syeda Narmeen Zehra, and Angel Wong, who showcased the incredible opportunities within STEAM. At our showcase booth, we introduced attendees to surveying with hands-on experience using a multi-station. We also hosted a quiz game where participants could test their knowledge of traffic, transportation, water and wastewater engineering, surveying, geospatial, and mapping for a chance to win some swag! A heartfelt thank you to the Women at McElhanney (WAM) committee and all the volunteers who dedicated their Saturday to inspire the next generation of innovators. And a special thanks to Science World for creating such a fantastic platform for girls to explore STEAM fields! #GirlsInSTEAM #McElhanneyCares 

It’s week eight of our #McElhanney internal awards campaign, and we have another spotlight for you! Today, we recognize this year’s recipients of the C.F. Newcomb Award, which goes out to employees who have made significant impacts at McElhanney and have demonstrated early success in their careers.     🏆 Jarrett Maier, Engineer in Grand Prairie, AB is a dedicated engineer whose passion and hard work have been key to establishing McElhanney in the Peace Region. Always striving to elevate those around him, Jarrett develops innovative processes to improve team and company efficiency. Beyond his engineering work, Jarrett actively supports professional growth through initiatives like young professional events, lunch and learns, and conferences, while also leading community programs like the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta’s Science Olympics and regional golf tournaments.    🏆 Pieter Poel, Project Manager in Courtenay, BC is known for seamlessly balancing project management with technical oversight, earning a strong reputation for his work on large utility projects in the Lower Mainland and Comox Valley. As a trusted resource for contract administration, Pieter’s expertise is sought after both within and beyond his division. Outside of work, Pieter inspires future engineers through a local Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) outreach program, engaging with grade 6–8 students and sharing insights from his various projects.     🏆Leah Jankola, Engineer in Surrey, BC has earned widespread recognition for her expertise and ability to foster strong client relationships. She consistently meets tight deadlines, exceeds expectations, and plays a key role in driving project success. Beyond her professional achievements, Leah is deeply committed to her community, actively supporting the BC Wildlife Foundation and volunteering with the Canadian Red Cross as part of the Personal Disaster Assistance Team.    Congratulations to all our recipients on all your successes!     #mcelhanneyawards #professionaldevelopment