Civil Drafter

About Staffing; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in civil engineering is seeking a passionate Civil Engineering Drafting Technologist to join their dynamic team in Calgary. This role involves creating detailed design and construction drawings for municipal infrastructure and subdivision projects. The company prides itself on a supportive culture that emphasizes professional growth and collaboration. As part of a high-performing team, you will contribute to meaningful projects that shape communities. If you are committed to quality and innovation in engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Health spending account

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil Engineering Technology is required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Create comprehensive construction drawing sets for subdivisions.
• Design sanitary, storm, and water networks according to municipal standards.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Detail-oriented

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary program in Civil Engineering Technology

Registration with ASET or similar body

Tools

CAD Standards

Job description

Connecting you to Engineering jobs in Calgary, Alberta!

About Staffing is an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a BBB Accredited Business and a proud member of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

We have partnered with a well-respected civil engineering consultancy specializing in municipal and land development projects to support them in the recruitment process to find their next Civil Engineering Drafting Technologist .

Job ID : 42768

Job Type : Direct Hire

Category : Engineering

Our client is known for their excellence in both public and private sector infrastructure projects and has built a solid reputation as a go-to consultancy for land development and subdivision design. Their team is composed of high-performing professionals who value precision, innovation, and collaboration.

Their culture thrives on accountability, mutual respect, and professional growth. Employees benefit from ongoing training, mentorship by senior leaders, and meaningful work that contributes directly to shaping communities. The work environment is fast-paced, supportive, and grounded in technical excellence.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about municipal infrastructure and subdivision development. As a Civil Engineering Drafting Technologist, you’ll work closely with engineers and technologists to develop highly detailed design and construction drawings.

Duties and Responsibilities :

The key job functions are :

• Create comprehensive construction drawing sets, including subdivision cover sheets and plan-profile layouts.
• Support the design of subdivisions, including grading and utility layouts.
• Perform earthworks calculations using existing topography and proposed design surfaces.
• Import and manipulate survey data to inform design.
• Design sanitary, storm, and water networks in accordance with municipal standards.
• Generate and export construction layout data for field teams.
• Prepare as-built drawings following municipal guidelines.
• Apply and maintain CAD standards, especially for City of Calgary submissions.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

Education :

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil Engineering Technology or Engineering Design and Drafting is required.
• Active or eligible registration with ASET or a similar professional body is considered an asset.

Qualifications :

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential, including practical use of alignments, surfaces, profiles, pipe networks, and data referencing.
• Understanding of relevant municipal design standards, particularly City of Calgary specifications.

Experience :

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on drafting and design experience in a civil or municipal engineering setting.
• Prior experience with subdivision drafting is required.
• Familiarity with land development servicing design (roads, grading, water / sewer networks).
• Background in preparing construction and as-built drawings to municipal standards.

Skills :

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project demands and deadlines.
• Committed to continuous learning and skill development.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while staying aligned with project goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Base Salary : $70,000+ per year

• Compensation is based on experience and includes regular bonuses tied to performance and project milestones.
• Full benefits package including extended health and dental, a health spending account, and professional development support.
• 40 hours per week

Additional Notes :

• This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion. At About Staffing EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

About Staffing recruiters are Alberta’s experts in connecting candidates with engineering jobs. We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate, industrial, management and technical fields.

About Staffing’s recruitment specialists believe in a human-to-human approach in hiring. We read your resume, conduct person-to-person interviews and make our matches to engineering jobs.