Design Technologist-Part Time Contract

Randstad Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent extended medical, dental, &视

Job summary

Randstad Canada is seeking an Architectural Technologist (Production Designer) in Calgary to lead CAD/REVIT drawing production, manage permit processes, and ensure design compliance with codes and city by-laws. You will coordinate with Sales, Estimating, Construction and trade partners on drawings and changes.

The ideal candidate has a Post-Secondary Diploma in Architectural Technologies with 5+ years in the field, strong code knowledge, and proficiency in AutoCAD/REVIT and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Diploma in Architectural Technologies or related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of building code and government requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT; MS Office.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up individual job files and CAD/REVIT projects.
• Request or review plot plans for accuracy and compliance.
• Apply for architectural approvals and permits.
• Produce and maintain CAD/REVIT drawings for new plan options and elevations.
• Distribute construction documents to Sales, Estimating, Construction and Trade Partners.
• Liaise with City for codes, by-laws, and permit timelines.
• Ensure production timelines are met and maintain DSC/AIM documentation.

Skills

MS Office

AutoCAD

REVIT

Communication

Organization

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma in Architectural Technologies

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

The Architectural Technologist (Production Designer)

CA$55,000.00–CA$80,000.00 yearly Full-time

CA$39.00–CA$52.00 hourly Full-time

Employment Type: Full-time PermanentLocation: Calgary, ABDivision/Department: EngineeringAvailable vacancies: 1

Posted Date: February 27, 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up individual job files.
• Request or complete plot plans and review for accuracy.
• Set up CAD/REVIT job files.
• Apply for Architectural approvals.
• Make job specific changes to working drawings as per customer requests.
• Select exterior colors as required.
• Liaise with sales department in regards to change orders and requests for pricing.
• Liaise with construction department and or trade partners in regards to questions or concerns with drawings.
• Review job specific engineering, roof and floor layouts against completed working drawings.
• Distribute construction documents to Sales, Estimating, Construction and Trade Partners.
• Apply for building permits.
• Ensure production timelines are met.
• Review new stages for compliance with existing product and city by-laws.
• Complete new stage setup.
• Resolve onsite construction issues as they arise (framing, engineering, floor and roof layouts, finishing, electrical, etc.)
• Complete Design Spec Changes (DSC) and AIM’s in CAD/REVIT master drawings. Issue DSC to housing group and maintain DSC electronic folders.
• Produce Marketing Brochures; create CAD/REVIT files, create marketing PDF’s and review 3D renderings as required.
• Produce and maintain tender drawings.
• Create and distribute Master Job Lists.
• Complete working drawings for new plan options and new elevations.
• Participate in product development meetings (when required)
• Participate in framing walk through of new product (Showhomes/prototypes).
• Review floor and roof layouts as required (supplier change, revised engineering)
• Review and maintain current engineering for production.
• Review supplier products as new items are available.
• Liaise with City in regards to code, bylaw or application concerns and questions.
• Keep current on code, bylaw, engineering and industry changes by attending, but not limited to, industry seminars, information sessions, product demonstrations and Professional Home Builders Institute (PHBI) courses.
• Maintain relationship with local City contacts and work with them to improve our turnaround time for permits.
• Provide training to others (new team members, Sales, Construction, Estimating) with respect to production department procedures and areas of responsibility.
• Create & maintain training documentation as required.

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-Secondary Diploma in Architectural Technologies, Civil Engineering or other related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of industry, building code, and government requirements.
• Strong proficiency using MS Office, AutoCAD, and REVIT.
• Advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Effective communication skills; ability to communicate with customers, team members and external partners.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and total rewards package.
• Excellent extended medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning day 1.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family planning assistance, including IVF, surrogacy and adoption options.
• Wellness and mental health resources.
• Pet insurance offering.
• A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity, Community!.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.