Design Manager - Civil & Municipal Roadways

Parsons Oman; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is seeking a CAD Manager to supervise teams and ensure high-quality CAD deliverables. This role requires proficiency in CAD software, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple design projects. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in roadway design and industry standards, alongside excellent communication abilities. The position offers robust benefits including health, dental and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD and/or Roadway Design software required.
• In-depth knowledge of municipal roadway design standards and workflows.
• Advanced problem solving and critical-thinking abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage CAD designers, drafters, and technicians.
• Lead development of CAD design deliverables and set deadlines.
• Ensure designs meet industry and client standards.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software

Strong leadership and team coordination

Advanced written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

ProjectWise

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supervise and manage CAD designers, drafters, and technicians
• Lead and participate in the development of CAD design deliverables
• Assign CAD design tasks, monitor progress and set deadlines ensuring timely submission of deliverables
• Provide mentorship and training on CAD software, design standards and processes
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to understand project requirements and obtain directions
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to integrate civil and roadway CAD designs as required
• Ensure CAD designs meet industry and client specifications, standards and regulatory requirements
• Implement and conduct QA and QC processes to ensure compliance with CAD design software requirements, standards, templates, workflows and methodologies

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

• Proficiency in CAD and/or Roadway Design software (AutoCAD, Microstation, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of various municipal roadway/industry design standards, workflows and processes
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Microsoft Office Suite

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:

• Advanced knowledge of various roadway/transportation engineering CAD Design software (Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, InRoads, AutoTurn, Torus, etc.)
• Problem solving and critical‑thinking abilities
• Knowledge of ProjectWise

We provide best‑in‑class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax‑Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all‑province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

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