Draftsperson

BV GLAZING; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation plan

Extended Healthcare Benefits

Vacation accrual plan

Short Fridays year round

Goodlife Fitness discount program

RSP/DPSP company match (2-year vesting

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

BV Glazing is seeking a Draftsperson in Canada to produce detailed shop drawings, material take-offs, and fabrication drawings for commercial curtain wall projects. You will work closely with the drafting supervisor/ managers to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of drafting experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and the ability to read architectural/structural drawings. Revit and/or Inventor experience is a plus, with a supportive team environment and growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in similar capacity.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit and/or Inventor a plus.
• Ability to read architectural and structural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate shop drawings with system details and elevations.
• Prepare material take-offs and fabrication drawings for curtain wall and fenestration.
• Produce project-specific fabrication drawings for frame assemblies and infills.
• Create crate and frame tracking sheets and BOMs in Excel/Google Docs.
• Participate in project engineering team meetings.
• Assist other project team members as required.

Skills

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Reading blueprints

Education

Architectural Technologist Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Inventor

Job description

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Draftsperson

COMPANY BACKGROUND

For over 60 years, BV Glazing and Quest Windows have helped shape North America’s most iconic skylines. From Toronto to Texas, we are vertically integrated to design, engineer, manufacture and install the complete building envelope with today’s most ambitious developers. Serving both residential and commercial construction markets across Canada and the United States, we pride ourselves in delivering exceptional quality and innovation. At BVGlazing Systems our mission is Build Value in everything we do. This philosophy drives our commitment to:

• Deliver cutting edge solutions to our customers.
• Foster the professional growth and development of our team members.
• Uphold excellence through training, education and innovation.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join our dynamic and collaborative team where you’ll be responsible for producing detailed shop drawings, material take-offs, and fabrication drawings for commercial curtain wall and fenestration projects.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Opportunity to be part of an exciting company at the cutting edge of the construction industry.
• Competitive compensation plan.
• Be a part of a company that is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment.
• We’ve got your health and future in mind!
  • Participate in the comprehensive benefits package including Extended Healthcare Benefits.
  • Vacation accrual plan.
  • Work / Life balance with short Friday’s year round
  • Goodlife Fitness discount program.
  • Company sponsored perks.
  • Participate upon hire in a company match RSP/DPSP program (2-year vesting period).
  • Voluntary participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) as per company policy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Creates accurate and professional working shop drawings consisting of system details, floor plans, elevations with assistance and direction from Drafting Supervisor / Managers using AutoCAD Software.
• Produces Material Procurement forms for aluminum, glass, pvc, gaskets and hardware using databased programs such as Excel, Google sheets and various optimizing programs.
• Produces Project specific fabrication drawings for frame assemblies, subcomponents and various infills using AutoDesk 3D Modeling programs.
• Produces crate and frame tracking sheets and a bill of materials as prepared in Excel or Google docs.
• Participates in project engineering team meetings.
• Provides assistance and information to other project team members (field, project management, fabricators, suppliers, etc.) as required.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 3-5 years’ experience in similar capacity
• Preferred Architectural Technologist Mechanical Engineering Diploma
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD. Revit and/or Inventor experience would be a plus, but is not required.
• Curtain wall design experience is advantageous.
• Ability to read architectural drawing, structural drawings and blueprints.
• Solid Microsoft Office skills including but not limited to MS Word, MS Outlook, advanced knowledge of MS Excel, and Internet software.
• Ability to work with deadlines in a fast-paced work environment, independently and as part of a team, a multi-tasker who can prioritize when under pressure.
• High level of accuracy is essential with strong attention to detail.
• Resourceful, enthusiastic and results oriented.

SALARY RANGE

$70,000 - $90,000 Annually

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with BVG. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

TRAINING & ONBOARDING

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. In compliance with the AODA, all reasonable accommodations will be made available upon request from candidates with disabilities. If you are selected for an interview and you require an accommodation due to a disability please discuss with the Manager scheduling your interview.