Senior Draftsperson(Construction Industry)

Architectural Technologist (Construction)
Kingston ON

Advantage Personnel is hiring on behalf of our client for a full-time Senior Draftsperson. Our client is an award-winning builder dedicated to high-quality construction. As a leader in building innovation, their commitment to building healthy, durable, energy-efficient homes is recognized by the country's top building associations. As a Senior Draftsperson, you will support the Manager of Construction by completing drafting services and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) construction projects. You will also provide administrative support to the Manager of Development.

Job Title: Senior Draftsperson/Construction Industry
Location: Kingston ON
Shift: Full-time Direct Hire Monday-Friday Days
Wage: $60,000-$70,000

Job Description

1. Design and Drafting
2. Carry out architectural drafting in compliance with specified work orders, the Ontario Building Code, and municipal zoning requirements
3. Create, maintain and organize the master set of pricing, brochure plans and working drawings to minimize repeated coordination items, repeated queries and redrafting
4. Respond to technical inquiries from site, including measurement, takeoff, circulation and documentation for coordination
5. Ensure final designs are compliant with building regulations and perform in-house BCIN review on plans as required
6. Examine and check engineering drawings for compliance with cited specifications
7. Review Draftsperson's work for quality and compliance within the residential construction team. Identify and communicate potential design problems with the rest of the team
8. Address concerns on building compliance with municipalities. Assist with the submission of residential building permits
9. Provide alternate layout options/requests to our décor team
10. Fill in forms, maintain updated charts and paper/digital assignments
11. Remain available for site inquiries to ensure point of contact is maintained
12. Schedule appointments and arrange teleconferences for site (including clients, internal, etc.)
13. Participate in site inspections and meetings to review construction efficiencies and coordination
14. Complete permit applications and cheque requisitions for residential construction team
15. Complete upgrade order forms in coordination with décor centre and construction team
16. Survey follow up with surveyors for final occupancy completion

Education and Experience
* Specific experience with Ontario Building Codes a MUST
* Diploma in design, drafting, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent through combined education and experience
* Minimum five years' experience in a drafting role
* Building Code Identification Number required or commitment to obtain

Requirements

1. CADD proficiency
2. Knowledge of a variety of current 3D modelling, SketchUp and SoftPlan programs
3. Able to develop technical drawings and specifications
4. Knowledge of building mechanical and structural systems, associated trade practices and current materials
5. Knowledge of municipal by-laws for Kingston and area, municipal zoning requirements, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Building Code, and the ability to interpret these laws
6. Organizational skills
7. Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines