Precast BIM Modeler & Drafter

PreCon; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Life insurance

RRSP and tax-free savings account

Educational scholarships

Job summary

PreCon Precast Limited, part of the OSCO Construction Group, seeks a BIM Modeler & Drafter in Mississauga, Ontario. You will develop precast product knowledge and convert drawings into fabrication-ready shop drawings, checking peers’ work before issuance.

The role requires attention to schedules and the ability to collaborate with engineers, project managers, estimators, and field crews; strong 3D BIM/AutoCAD skills and a detail-focused mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Civil, Architectural, Structural or Mechanical Technology preferred.
• Experience with 3D BIM software and AutoCAD.
• Proficient reading construction drawings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Bluebeam.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Analyze incoming orders and customer drawings and specifications.
• Prepare general layout and detail drawings using 3D Tekla Software.
• Conduct quantity take-off and prepare bill of materials for orders.
• Ensure manufacturing shop drawings provide clear and accurate details for fabrication.
• Check work of other modelers for accuracy and answer questions about drawings.

Skills

BIM modelling

Drafting

Detail orientation

Reading drawings

Team interaction

Education

Post-secondary education in Civil/Architectural/Structural/Mechanical Technology

Tools

Tekla

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PreCon Precast Limited (now part of the OSCO Construction Group) has a solid history dating back to 1958. It is a leading provider of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions, with a production facility in Woodstock, ON and an office in Mississauga, ON. Across Ontario, PreCon precast products and systems are used in a variety of construction segments. Our value is cultivated by a strong team built of Technical Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Production and Field Services. We pride ourselves on being leaders in precast concrete innovation, building more resilient, energy‑efficient, sustainable, safe and durable structures.

Job Description

PreCon’s Engineering Department is seeking a BIM Modeler & Drafter in Mississauga, Ontario, who is eager to continue learning on the job. The candidate will develop extensive precast product knowledge and follow department procedures for preparation of drawings, bills of material, and filing. This position requires high attention to detail, the ability to analyze schedules, specifications, architectural, structural, and steel fabricator drawings before converting this information into precast concrete fabrication drawings. The role also includes checking the work of other modelers before it is issued for fabrication to our in‑house manufacturing shop. The ideal candidate is comfortable working within rigid time constraints and can interact with PreCon Engineers, Project Managers, Salespeople, Estimators, Production Supervisors, and Field Erectors.

Responsibilities

• Analyze incoming orders and appropriate customer drawings and specifications
• Prepare general layout and detail drawings using 3D Tekla Software
• Conduct quantity take‑off and prepare bill of material for orders
• Ensure manufacturing shop drawings provide clear and accurate details for fabrication
• Check work of other modelers for accuracyAnswer questions about drawings from other departments

Technical Requirements

• Post‑Secondary education in Civil, Architectural, Structural or Mechanical Technology is preferred; however, less education combined with precast concrete experience will be considered

Business Requirements

• Experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Bluebeam
• Capability to customize 3D BIM and AutoCAD menus is an asset
• Proficient with 3D BIM software and AutoCAD
• Skilled at reading construction drawings
• Ability to work at a steady pace to promote accuracy and quality of work with few errors

Cultural Requirements

• Ability to assume responsibility, communicate effectively with others and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
• Motivated to learn extensive precast product knowledge on the job

Salary range: $53,000 - $60,000. As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, PreCon offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax‑free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming and team celebratory events.

About OSCO: The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever‑expanding number of construction‑related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.