Civil Engineering Drafting Technologist – Subdivision

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We have partnered with a well-respected civil engineering consultancy specializing in municipal and land development projects to support them in the recruitment process to find their next Civil Engineering Drafting Technologist.

Job ID: 42768

Job Type: Direct Hire

Category: Engineering

Location: Calgary, Alberta

This position is ideal for someone passionate about municipal infrastructure and subdivision development. As a Civil Engineering Drafting Technologist, you’ll work closely with engineers and technologists to develop highly detailed design and construction drawings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create comprehensive construction drawing sets, including subdivision cover sheets and plan-profile layouts.
• Support the design of subdivisions, including grading and utility layouts.
• Perform earthworks calculations using existing topography and proposed design surfaces.
• Import and manipulate survey data to inform design.
• Design sanitary, storm, and water networks in accordance with municipal standards.
• Generate and export construction layout data for field teams.
• Prepare as-built drawings following municipal guidelines.
• Apply and maintain CAD standards, especially for City of Calgary submissions.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

Education:

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil Engineering Technology or Engineering Design and Drafting is required.
• Active or eligible registration with ASET or a similar professional body is considered an asset.

Qualifications:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential, including practical use of alignments, surfaces, profiles, pipe networks, and data referencing.
• Understanding of relevant municipal design standards, particularly City of Calgary specifications.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on drafting and design experience in a civil or municipal engineering setting.
• Prior experience with subdivision drafting is required.
• Familiarity with land development servicing design (roads, grading, water/sewer networks).
• Background in preparing construction and as-built drawings to municipal standards.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project demands and deadlines.
• Committed to continuous learning and skill development.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while staying aligned with project goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Base Salary: $70,000+ per year

Compensation: Compensation is based on experience and includes regular bonuses tied to performance and project milestones. Full benefits package including extended health and dental, a health spending account, and professional development support.

Work Hours: 40 hours per week

Additional Notes: This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required. All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion. At About Staffing, EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

Please reference Job ID:42768 in your application.