Senior CAD Technician

Apex Geomatics Construction Surveyors Ltd.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term projects

Comprehensive benefits

RRSP matching

Training & development

Modern software & workflows

Safety-focused culture

Career growth

Job summary

Apex Geomatics is seeking Civil CAD Technicians to support our growing practice from our Sherwood Park, AB office. You will produce constructions and survey drawings with AutoCAD Civil 3D and prepare field-ready survey files using TBC and Civil 3D.

We value advanced experience with Civil 3D, survey data processing, and mentoring junior staff as we tackle large industrial and infrastructure projects in Canada. Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth await you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Civil CAD drafting experience supporting industrial, civil, or infrastructure construction projects.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center (TBC) and survey data processing is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to interpret survey data, point clouds, engineering drawings, and construction plans.
• Strong QA/QC experience with design files and survey data.
• Excellent organizational and document management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting project deadlines.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality construction and survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Create stakeout, control, and field-ready survey files using Trimble Business Center (TBC) and Civil 3D
• Verify incoming QA/QC survey data to ensure alignment with design intent
• Prepare as-built drawings, turnover packages, and client deliverables
• Maintain drawing standards, project templates, data shortcuts, and organized project files
• Coordinate closely with survey crews, engineers, project managers, and other technical disciplines
• Support field teams by resolving design and construction discrepancies
• Manage drawing revisions, updates, and version control throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior CAD Technicians

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil CAD drafting

QA/QC

Coordinate with teams

Data interpretation

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Microsoft Office

Survey data processing

Job description

Apex Geomatics is seeking multiple experienced Civil CAD Technicians to support our extensive growth from our Main Office in Sherwood Park, AB.

If you're highly proficient in Civil 3D, thrive in a fast-paced project environment, and enjoy solving complex construction and survey challenges, this is an opportunity to join a growing company delivering work on some of Canada's most significant industrial developments.

Why Join Apex?

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Long-term industrial projects
• Comprehensive benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Paid training and professional development
• Modern software, technology, and survey workflows
• Collaborative, safety-focused culture
• Opportunities for career growth as our company continues to expand

What You'll Do

• Produce high-quality construction and survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Create stakeout, control, and field-ready survey files using Trimble Business Center (TBC) and Civil 3D
• Verify incoming QA/QC survey data to ensure alignment with design intent
• Prepare as-built drawings, turnover packages, and client deliverables
• Maintain drawing standards, project templates, data shortcuts, and organized project files
• Coordinate closely with survey crews, engineers, project managers, and other technical disciplines
• Support field teams by resolving design and construction discrepancies
• Manage drawing revisions, updates, and version control throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior CAD Technicians

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 3 years of Civil CAD drafting experience supporting industrial, civil, or infrastructure construction projects
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with Trimble Business Center (TBC) and survey data processing is considered a strong asset
• Ability to interpret survey data, point clouds, engineering drawings, and construction plans
• Strong QA/QC experience with design files and survey data
• Excellent organizational and document management skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and coordination abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting project deadlines
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications is considered an asset

About Apex Geomatics

Apex Geomatics is a 100% Indigenous-owned civil engineering field services company providing geomatics, geotechnical engineering, and materials testing services across Canada. Our reputation has been built on technical excellence, accountability, and delivering exceptional results on complex industrial and infrastructure projects. As we continue to grow, we're looking for talented professionals who want to work on meaningful projects, leverage modern technology, and build long-term careers with a company that's investing in its people.