CAD Specialist

BGIS; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CAD Specialist to enhance project deliverables and support new account transitions. This role involves creating and maintaining comprehensive sets of drawings while managing CAD work both in-house and with outsourced teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and CAFM tools. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and contribute to a collaborative environment that strives for continuous improvement and efficiency in facility management services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in CAD and project support.
• Community college diploma or equivalent training required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical drawings.
• Coordinate CAD work and manage project commitments effectively.

Skills

AutoCAD

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Project Management Principles

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Planning and Organization Skills

Education

Community College Diploma

Tools

MS Office

CAFM

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at www.bgis.com

SUMMARY

The CAD Specialist provides support to various teams to meet project deliverables, supports transition of new accounts and provides reporting and analysis. Areas of responsibility include creation and maintenance of drawings (architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical) and support of CAFM tool for client base.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Essential ability to layout and generate a complete set of working drawings. Candidate should have years of experience working with mechanical & electrical drawings.
• Maintain and update drawings as required.
• Knowledge and experience working with basic contract admin (Issuing addendums, change orders, etc.).
• Ability to estimate project hours required to aid in proposal generation.
• Delegate and manage CAD work to team members.
• Coordinate and manage CAD work to outsourced parties when needed.
• Seek and implement continuous improvement opportunities that improve efficiency, benefit clients and other team members; keep abreast of technology changes and training requirements related to the role.
• Work to meet project commitments related to time constraints and produce quality deliverables. Ability to deal with dynamic schedules and adapt to design changes.
• Follow and enhance existing company standards.
• Site experience and ability to perform site take-offs is considered an asset.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Community college diploma or equivalent training (e.g. RPA, CET).

JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE

Minimum three-five years.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Strong comprehension of industry standards, details and specifications.
• Strong background with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proficient in use of e-mail, MS Office applications.
• Effective interpersonal skills, especially communication (verbal / written).
• Strong planning and organization skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Ability to work with CAFM.
• Knowledge with AutoCAD lisps, Revit, Navisworks is considered an asset.
• Ability to do load calculations is considered an asset.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• None required.

At BGIS, we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!