CAD Technician - Ottawa
Ottawa, ON, CA
Requisition ID: 180017
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Eastern Canada District
Department: Drafting & Design
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are currently looking for a CAD Technician to support our Survey team in Ottawa, ON for the completion of the OLRT Project
District Overview
Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. The serve the construction and mining industries and operates in Eastern Canada.
Location
This role will be based in Ottawa. Project will end in 2028
Responsibilities
• Build 2D and 3D models from a variety of information sources
• Assist in preparation of construction work plans, project planning and scheduling
• Review drawings and make changes based on field input from segment Project Managers and Project Engineer
• Optimize grading/ earthworks quantities
• Perform concrete formwork and lift drawings
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs in 3D from the models for estimating purposes and / or to support progress claims during construction
• Work within a team to model alternate scenarios and / or develop step by step construction plans and presentation materials
• Prepare Survey and Machine Control files for construction
• Train other colleagues and field personnel on new technology and mobile applications and estimating work
• Train and mentor younger engineers in estimating work
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Qualifications
• A Geomatics, Survey or Engineering degree with experience in the construction industry
• Experienced in CAD programs such as Civil 3D, Microstation Inroads or Trimble Business Center
• Avid user of Excel and ideally experienced in P6 Scheduling, Primavera and BlueBeam
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
- Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions
Base Compensation: $73,000/yr - $76,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
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