Drafting and Design Manager

4 days ago

kingston, Canada Caraco Development Corporation Full time

As the Drafting Manager, you are responsible for oversight of the team to ensure completion of the following across the team:


Design and Drafting

  • Carry out architectural drafting in compliance with specified work orders, the Ontario Building Code, and municipal zoning requirements
  • Create, maintain and organize the master set of pricing, brochure plans and working drawings to minimize repeated coordination items, repeated queries and redrafting
  • Respond to technical inquiries from site, including measurement, takeoff, circulation and documentation for coordination
  • Ensure final designs are compliant with building regulations and perform in-house BCIN review on plans as required.
  • Examine and check engineering drawings for compliance with cited specifications
  • Coordinate with professional engineers as required
  • Review architectural technologist’s work for quality and compliance within the residential construction team. Identify and communicate potential design problems with the rest of the team
  • Address concerns on building compliance with municipalities. Assist with the submission of residential building permits
  • Provide alternate layout options/requests to our décor team
  • Fill in forms, maintain updated charts and paper/digital assignments
  • Assist with value engineering of building designs so that homes are built as cost effectively as possible
  • Remain available for site inquiries to ensure point of contact is maintained
  • Schedule appointments and arrange teleconferences for site (including clients, internal, etc.)
  • Be current on all municipal zoning requirements and by-laws
  • Perform a lot distribution and alphabetical grading system between builders
  • Perform lot grading reviews and audits
  • Add input into subdivision design consultation


Construction Support

  • Complete permit applications and cheque requisitions for construction teams
  • Complete upgrade order forms in coordination with décor centre and construction teams
  • Any additional administrative support to the residential team (i.e. 95% complete, gas invoicing, outstanding quotes for non-standard items, etc.)
  • Survey follow up with surveyors for final occupancy completion


Management

  • Managing a team of architectural technologists to review and provide feedback to ensure high quality of work
  • Provide guidance and coaching to lead, inspire and motivate the drafting team.
  • Recruit, select and develop a high-performance drafting team.
  • Bring forward recommendations and implement process improvements and system enhancements.
  • Work in close partnership with the residential and commercial construction teams to improve accuracy of designs and


Skills

  • CADD proficiency
  • Knowledge of a variety of current 3D modelling, Revit and SoftPlan programs
  • Able to develop technical drawings and specifications
  • Knowledge of building mechanical and structural systems, associated trade practices and current materials
  • Knowledge of municipal by-laws for Kingston and area and Prince Edward County municipal zoning requirements, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Building Code, and the ability to interpret these laws
  • Meticulous attention to details and accuracy
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines


Education and Experience

  • Diploma in design, drafting, architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent through combined education and experience
  • Minimum five years’ experience in a senior drafting role
  • Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) required - Small Buildings, House, Large Buildings, Le

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