Senior CADD Technician

WSP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Calgary is seeking a Civil CAD Technologist to deliver high-quality drawings for subdivision, development site servicing, and transportation design across urban and regional projects. Based in our Calgary office, you will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team with engineers, designers and project managers.

Leverage Civil 3D and AutoCAD to create detailed CAD drawings, ensure City of Calgary standards, and coordinate with multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• 8+ years CAD drafting and design experience in infrastructure fields.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of City of Calgary standards and Alberta practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specs accurately.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.
• Independent worker with attention to detail and leadership on larger projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed CAD drawings using Civil 3D and City of Calgary standards for municipal and development projects.
• Prepare plans for surface grading, underground utilities, pond design, stormwater, block profiles, and related work.
• Interpret marks, criteria, and standards to produce clear, constructible drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and PMs to integrate inputs into coordinated packages.
• Apply Calgary/Alberta guidelines to ensure code-compliant deliverables.
• Support QA/QC with drawing checks and design updates throughout lifecycles.

Skills

8+ years CAD drafting

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Vehicle Tracking

Interpreting drawings

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

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With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
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The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us – This is your opportunity to support complex Alberta, helping shape how communities move, connect, and grow throughout the Calgary region and beyond. Based in WSP’s Calgary office, you will be embedded in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment alongside designers, engineers, project managers, and technical specialists.

As a Civil CAD Technologist, you will apply your advanced design and drafting experience to deliver high‑quality technical drawings and design that support Subdivision, Development Site Servicing, and Transportation design packageacross urban and regional projects.

Your Impact

• Develop detailed CAD drawings using Civil 3D and City of Calgary Design Standards for Civil Engineering, Municipal and Land Development projects.
• Advanced Corridor and Grading experience based on City of Calgary design standards.
• Prepare accurate plans for Surface grading, Underground utilities, Pond design, Stormwater Design, Block Profiles, etc.in Alberta municipalities.
• Interpret engineering markups, design criteria, and standards to produce clear, constructible technical drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers to integrate multidisciplinary inputs into coordinated design packages.
• Apply City of Calgary standards, Alberta Transportation requirements, MMCD, and TAC guidelines to ensure code‑compliant deliverables.
• Support quality control processes, including drawing checks, revisions, and design updates throughout project lifecycles.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (Vehicle Tracking considered an asset).
• 8+ years of CAD drafting and design experience within transportation, electrical, municipal, or related infrastructure environments.
• Working knowledge of City of Calgary design standards and specifications, municipal drafting standards, and Alberta transportation design practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and field data accurately.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams on complex infrastructure projects.
• Advanced understanding of Surface grading, Underground utilities, Pond design, Stormwater Design, Block Profiles, and City of Calgary design guidelines.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail, quality, and collaboration. As well as the ability to act as a team lead on larger scale projects with intermediate to junior level technicians working under you.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
  #WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 – $118,900
MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $81,100 – $107,700

Disclosure:

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.