Design and Drafting Technologist

Employer: GCL Builds Limited

Business address: 40 Snidercroft Rd, Unit 1, Concord ON L4K0B5

Position Title: Design and Drafting Technologist (NOC 22212)

• Terms of Employment (Full Time, Part Time, Casual): Full time permanent with 32.5 hours/week

• Salary: $40.00/hour

• Language of work: English 

Skill Requirements: 

• Solid skills in computer software used for drafting and modeling, such as CAD and BIM applications;

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret technical information accurately;

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when necessary;

• Ability to use Desktop applications, word processing software, project management software, MS Office, Spreadsheets, etc;

• Specialized knowledge in architecture, construction, and project management is an asset;

• Ability to provide training and supervision;

• International experience/perspective is preferred;

• Fluent in English. Ability in another language other than English is preferred.

Qualification:

• A college diploma is required; a program in Construction/Architecture is preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Building Information Modelling (BIM) and/or Computer-assisted designing (CAD).

Job duties: 

• Utilize advanced computer software to create comprehensive building information models (BIM) that accurately represent buildings' physical and functional aspects.

• Lead BIM modeling efforts during the transition from design center construction drawings to construction phase drawings, including conducting 3D drawing coordination.

• Operate computer-assisted design (CAD) and drafting workstations with proficiency and precision.

• Create detailed structural drawings and establish calculation models to ensure design accuracy and feasibility.

• Generate design sketches and translate them into comprehensive documentation packages and drawing sets.

• Ensure design drawings adhere to specifications, design data, industry standards, and building codes.

• Write technical reports to document design processes, methodologies, and findings.

• Prepare construction specifications, cost estimates, and material lists.

• Provide guidance and supervision to other technologists, technicians, and drafters when required

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support engineers, architects, and industrial designers.

• Assist in the preparation of contracts, tender documents, and project proposals.

• Possess knowledge in architecture, construction, and project management to effectively contribute to project planning and execution.

• Stay updated with industry advancements and technological innovations relevant to drafting and design

Location of work: Concord, Ontario 

Please email resume to: gclbuildshiring@gmail.com