Survey Drafter Lead

Ledcor; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction firm in North America is seeking an experienced survey drafter lead to support field crews in Edmonton. You will produce high-quality drawings and mentor junior drafters, while ensuring safety and precision on various projects. The ideal candidate has a background in surveying and civil engineering and is proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Join a recognized company that values diversity and inclusion while offering competitive rewards and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for skill development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Motivated self-starter who can work independently or in a team.
• Experience with civil construction design builds.
• Familiarity with City of Edmonton infrastructure standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Produce drawings and coordinate files for the field work.
• Create field-level designs and verify incoming job files.
• Mentor and guide other drafter(s) on team.
• Process drone data and work with point clouds.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Access

Trimble Business Center

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

2-year diploma in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Drone operation

LiDAR

Photogrammetry

Job description

You are an experienced survey drafter lead with a strong background supporting field crews in infrastructure environments. This is an opportunity to contribute to projects where precision and safety are paramount. You’ll be working alongside experienced crews, translating field data into accurate, high-quality drawings that support construction, engineering, and land development initiatives. This is an opportunity to lead, innovate, and deliver results that shape the success of our projects.

Come join our True Blue team today!

Essential Responsibilities

• Produce drawings and coordinate files for the field work
• Create field-level designs
• Verify incoming job files from the field match design (QA/QC)
• Maintain compiled drawings
• Produce as-built and turnover drawings
• Prepare survey deliverables for the client
• Create stakeout files from design drawings
• Create machine files
• Produce piling reports
• Process drone data (LiDAR, photogrammetry)
• Work with point clouds and large surfaces
• Analyze volumes and create reports
• Track quantities and report weekly quantities
• Mentor/guide other drafter(s) on team

Qualifications

• Preferential to have completed 2-year diploma in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Strong technical background in AutoCAD Civil 3D and ability to produce drawings
• Proficient with Trimble Access and Trimble Business Center
• Experience with civil construction design builds on the fly
• Motivated, self-starter who can work well independently or within a team environment
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies
• Familiarity with City of Edmonton infrastructure standards is a plus
• Advanced RPAS Certification and ability to fly a drone is an asset
• Drafters with previous survey field experience will be preferred

Work Conditions

• Site based within the City of Edmonton
• Must be willing to travel to office (Ellerslie / 126th St)

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.