Draftsperson / Technologist - Heavy Civil Construction

Nhwelmen Construction; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit plan

Long-term employment

Job summary

Nhwelmen Construction is seeking a Draftsperson/Technologist to join our growing team in Kamloops, BC. This role supports the Project Manager in delivering civil construction projects and requires strong CAD skills and the ability to interpret survey data.

You will prepare 2D and 3D drawings for heavy civil infrastructure, including roads, earthworks, drainage, utilities, and structures, and ensure accuracy and constructability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy civil infrastructure drawings and survey data.
• Valid driver’s license with clean abstract.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate 2D and 3D drawings for heavy civil infrastructure projects, including roads, earthworks, drainage, utilities, and structures.
• Produce plans, profiles, cross-sections, details, and construction drawings in accordance with project specifications and drafting standards.
• Interpret survey data and incorporate design information into CAD models and drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, operations team, and project managers to ensure drawing accuracy and constructability.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, and document control in accordance with company procedures.

Skills

Heavy civil drafting

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Education

Education not specified

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Pix4D

Drone mapping software

Job description

Draftsperson/Technologist – Heavy Civil Construction

Nhwelmen Construction is seeking a Draftsperson / Technologist to join our growing team. This position supports the Project Manager in the successful delivery of civil construction projects. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of heavy civil construction drawings and survey data. They should be self-motivated, organized, reliable and able to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment.

What we offer:

• $40 - $50 per hour, based on experience
• Benefit plan
• Long-term employment for qualified individuals

General Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate 2D and 3D drawings for heavy civil infrastructure projects, including roads, earthworks, drainage, utilities, and structures.
• Produce plans, profiles, cross-sections, details, and construction drawings in accordance with project specifications and drafting standards.
• Interpret survey data and incorporate design information into CAD models and drawings.
• Ability to process drone survey data.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, operations team, and project managers to ensure drawing accuracy and constructability.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, and document control in accordance with company procedures.
• Prepare as-built drawings for record keeping and QA/QC.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure drawings are complete, accurate, and compliant with relevant standards and project requirements.
• Assist with identifying and resolving design and drafting issues during project delivery.
• Promote safe work practices and comply with company health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D, Pix4D or equivalent drone mapping software.
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction drawings and survey data.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Location:

This position is based out of the Kamloops / Thompson area of British Columbia. This is not a camp position.