Technician, CAD

AECON; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Toronto is seeking a Drafter for a temporary full-time position. The successful candidate will provide high accuracy in pipeline layout information and complete design drawings using software like AutoCAD. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of CAD experience and strong communication skills. This role is crucial for supporting project workflows and liaising with design and field teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of AutoCAD drafting experience.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD software.
• Good understanding of civil engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Completion of design drawings and quantity calculations.
• Interpret field survey data and communicate with field staff.
• Prepare engineering and survey plans.
• Conduct QC verification on drawings.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Strong communication skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in Civil / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

MS Office

Job description

Purpose of the Position

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Drafter will be responsible for providing pipeline layout information to all aspects of the construction project with a high level of accuracy, ensuring the design criteria is adhered to and well documented.

Status of the Position

This is a temporary full-time position that will be 6 months. The work schedule will be 5 days on (Monday – Friday). The employment term shall be dependent on the duration of the current project and future project workload.

Key Responsibilities

• Completion of design drawings, quantity calculations and as-built drawings for projects within various work types using various software packages (e.g. AutoCAD, Microstation, Bluebeam Revu, O’Calc, SPIDA Calc, Pull Planner, Civil 3D, Tremble Business Center)
• Ability to interpret field survey data, coordinate and communicate with field survey crews
• Provide calculations and assist with day to day work flows to field staff
• Prepare 3D models for use in GPS and Machine Control applications as applicable to work / project type
• Prepare engineering and survey plans
• Maintain accurate survey and drawing records, documentation and submittals
• Read, understand and generate Request for Information (RFIs) and maintain records as applicable to work / project type
• Define the scope of work and provide layout information at various stages of construction
• Calculate volumes using various software and methods
• Maintain as-built records
• Interpret and adhere to legislative, project and code requirements and client’s specifications (e.g. Ontario Standard Drawings)
• Conduct QC verification on drawings / designs

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum of one year of AutoCAD drafting experience
• Post-secondary education in Civil / Mechanical Engineering, Geomatics or design field, Architecturalor equivalent experience
• CET certified or CET eligible is an asset
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD software and experience customizing AutoCAD, scripts, tools and Menu’s
• Good understanding of how to read civil engineering drawings and site plans
• Proficient with the use of computers and software, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
• Self-motivated, ability to learn new skills, assume new responsibilities and work cooperatively in a team environment
• Experience working with government bodies and familiar with legislative requirements (e.g. Ministry of Transportation, city permit applications)
• Strong attention to detail
• Completion of basic design drawings, quantity calculations and as-built drawings for various types of utility projects using various software packages (e.g. AutoCAD, Microstation) with the support of leadership.
• Collaborating with Designers to ensure accuracy of drawings.
• Working with permit drawings and city websites to understand the full scope of the drawing.
• Liaises with designers and field staff to problem solve.
• Tracking project hours and strategically staying within designated hours.
• Performs other duties as required.

Necessary Competencies

• Collaboration
• Motivates others and builds trust and confidence among team members
• Able to work with and communicate to internal stakeholders (e.g. project management / operations teams)
• Character based leadership
• Integrity, Humility, Transparency, Courage, Drive, Energy, Passion, Curiosity to Learn
• Ambassador for the company internally and externally
• Lives the Aecon Leadership Expectations