Architectural Draftsperson

1 month ago


Halifax, Canada BG Custom Homes Limited. Full time

Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
- Experience: 5 years or more
**Work setting**:

- Relocation costs not covered by employer
**Tasks**:

- Prepare engineering designs and drawings
- Supervise and train other drafting personnel
- Develop and prepare design sketches
- Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
- Write technical reports
- Write specifications
- Complete documentation packages and drawing sets
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Examine drawings for conformity and errors
**Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses**:

- AutoCAD Certification
- Drafting (Architectural) Trade Certification
**Type of drafting**:

- Detailing drafting
- Presentation drawings
**Computer and technology knowledge**:

- Word processing software
- AutoCAD
- MS Office
- MS Windows
- Spreadsheet
**Area of specialization**:

- Architecture
**Security and safety**:

- Basic security clearance
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Public transportation is available
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Sound discrimination
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
**Personal suitability**:

- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Organized
- Team player
**Screening questions**:

- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
**Health benefits**:

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
**Financial benefits**:

- As per collective agreement
**Long term benefits**:

- Group insurance benefits
- Other benefits
**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available



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