Structural CAD Manager

Stantec; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid holidays & leave

Job summary

Stantec in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Structural CAD Manager to lead the CAD team in delivering bridge and transportation structure drawings using MicroStation and related tools. You will manage templates, QA/QC, and staff allocations while coordinating with other disciplines to ensure on‑time, high‑quality deliverables.

You will mentor CAD staff, drive design standards, and support continuous improvement of modeling practices in a fast‑paced project environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma or similar.
• Minimum of 10 years of civil/structural drafting of bridges and transportation structures.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and ProjectWise; AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAD team and manage templates, standards and QA/QC.
• Create and edit design drawings using MicroStation.
• Coordinate with disciplines and consultants.
• Oversee CAD modelling and staff allocations.
• Maintain CAD standards library.
• Provide mentoring and training to CAD staff.
• Ensure compliance with client design standards.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Quality assurance

Mentoring

Design knowledge

CAD software

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Detail oriented

Education

Engineering Design & Drafting Diploma

Tools

MicroStation

ProjectWise

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

MS Word

Excel

Job description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges and Structures team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

The role of a Structural CAD Manager is to work with the structure discipline team leadership and project managers to continually monitor and improve overall drawing deliverable production standards and quality. A Structural CAD Manager will perform a variety of tasks which may include CAD team leadership, quality control, management of templates / standards, teaching, supervisory duties, in addition to assisting with the preparation of deliverables for own projects within the bridge sector.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and edit design drawings and construction plans for transportation structures as required utilizing MicroStation software package
• Preparing high quality plans by utilizing engineering calculations, notes, sketches, etc. as prepared by engineers; using geometry and structural components for accurate descriptions of components and completed structures.
• Providing clear and detailed plan preparation work, compliant with accepted design/drafting standards of the client including manuals, standard figures and plans, or other resources.
• Understands the terminology, technology, and other concepts related to structural engineering and construction practices. Applies this understanding to the process of structure layout, concrete reinforcing and structural steel detailing.
• Oversees and coordinates CAD modelling / production team during development and production of structure deliverables. This includes staff resource allocations & reallocations over the course of projects / pursuits.
• Coordinates CAD modelling / production team with other disciplines / consultants / subconsultants during projects / pursuits.
• Coordinates, tracks and logs QA/QC and design decision related documentation for project deliverables – carefully following both Stantec and client quality requirements. This may include performing regular quality reviews of CAD models / drawings.
• Conducts regular CAD staff work assignment meetings and technical CAD workshops / sessions for CAD staff. Also, encourages other CAD staff to present CAD related topics at these meetings for good engagement.
• Remains aware of new CAD technology, trends, tools and practices in the industry through reading technical articles and attending occasional workshops & seminars.
• Regularly reviews and is familiar with CAD standards of both Stantec and Stantec’s clients.
• Responsible for managing and regularly maintaining a functional library of CAD standards documents, templates, sample drawings / details and other supporting files which correspond to Stantec’s and clients’ CAD standards.
• Conducts standard supervisor responsibilities for CAD staff such as checking and approving time sheets, performing annual performance reviews, and establishing and reviewing annual CAD staff goal setting.
• Assists with identifying and coordinating software training for CAD staff when required. This includes self-guided web-based training as well as formal in class training.
• Assists Stantec IT with monitoring CAD staff hardware and software inventory and advises CAD staff when new software updates and roll outs are required.
• Maintains Stantec in house training requirements for supervisors.
• Occasionally develops new CAD standards – including guidelines documents, templates, sample drawings and supporting files – for new projects / pursuits. These may be similar to Stantec or client standards.
• Occasionally maintains project CAD-related data on Stantec project servers or web-based platforms over the course of projects / pursuits.
• Oversees / coordinates final archiving of CAD, model and other design related documents / files at the completion of projects / pursuits.
• Assists CAD staff with CAD file / model troubleshooting when required
• Provides active mentoring to CAD staff within department.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Effective communication skills and aptitude for leadership within the group.
• Strong ability to effectively identify and discuss project issues within Project Teams and at times in front of Clients and stakeholders as required on a project-by-project basis.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.
• Understanding of project scoping, task identification and resource assignments, scheduling, budgeting and efficient use of time and resources.
• Willingness to provide mentoring and share technical knowledge with junior designers to support the growth and technical excellence of the team.
• Thorough understanding of applicable design guidelines and codes for relevant jurisdictions.
• Ability and understanding to work with direct reports to set career goals and support progress to achieving them.
• Strong understanding and proficiency in the use of relevant design software, which includes MicroStation and ProjectWise. Good understanding of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Proficient skills in Bluebeam Revu, MS Word and Excel, and Adobe PDF
• Strong eye for detail and understanding of quality management systems.

Education and Experience

• An Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma or similar.
• A minimum of 10 years of civil/structural engineering drafting of bridges and other transportation structures.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location

United States | KY | Lexington

Organization

BC-1785 Transpt-US Kentucky

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

Replacement

Travel

No

Schedule

Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.