Draftsperson

**DRAFTSPERSON**

**Competition Number: ACQ-39-23**

**_Position Overview:_**

ACQBUILT is seeking a Draftsperson. As a member of the Drafting Department, the Draftsperson is responsible for interpreting architectural designs and drawings and converting them into production drawings.

**_Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:_**
- Design and prepare production drawings for all structures with an emphasis on value engineering in preparation for the manufacturing process.
- Operate computer assisted design software (SEMA) to produce detailed production drawings, specification sheets, material lists and machine data for CNC-production lines.
- Maintain existing models to comply with new software releases and changes in standard procedures or solutions, changes to specs and errors or omissions.
- Peer review of new models and drawings with regards to manufacturing restrictions, specification, design optimization and errors or omissions.
- Coordinate with architectural drafters, floor and roof truss designers, production department, estimating, construction, plumbing, HVAC and electrical trades as well as affected departments for feedback on design, manufacturing and construction issues.
- Support product development initiatives with regard to drafting implications.
- Ensure design meets or exceeds the building code requirements.
- Create job specific production drawings for walls, floor panels and roofs in a timely manner.
- Create framing layouts based on manufacturing requirements and construction standards for panelization and prefabrication of product.
- Interpret information on plot plans with regards to construction requirements. Identify additional construction requirements if applicable.
- Create all production drawings and CNC-files observing machine requirements and production restrictions in order to meet high quality and safety standards in the plant and the field and to optimize production.
- Interpret information packages from customers, recognize errors, omissions and deficiencies and pursue further clarification as required.
- Perform other additional duties as required.

**_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:_**
- Knowledge of new home construction and carpentry with an in depth understanding of the fundamentals of residential wood frame construction practices, techniques, and conventions.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate technical information.
- Strong organizational skills. Ability to think creatively.
- Ability to solve abstract problems and propose solutions.
- Ability to work with a team
- Ability to work with timelines
- Ability to operate a computer, knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat

**_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:_**
- Extensive framing experience in residential wood construction (3-5 Years)
- Drafting Diploma and /or certification in Carpentry
- Experience in designing single family and/or multi-family projects.
- Experience in working with and designing for CNC-operated machines.
- Knowledge of building codes.
- Demonstrated ability with 3D visualization software.
- Good knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs such as Mitek, Javelin, Alpine, Revit, AutoCad.
- We thank all applicants, however only those being considered will be contacted._

**Salary**: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Edmonton, AB T6B 3S8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- AutoCAD: 1 year (preferred)
- drafting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person