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Parsons Corporation CAD Drafter in Edmonton, Alberta
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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented CAD Drafter/Calculator to join our team!
What You'll Be Doing:
Completion of basic design drawings, quantity calculations and as-built drawings for various types of work using various software packages (e.g. AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D)
Collaborating with Designers to ensure accuracy of drawings
Liaises with designers and field staff to problem solve
Support the creation of CAD drawings from concept to final design
Assist in field surveys if necessary
Establish a working relationship with contractors, field staff and office staff
Prepare & design alignment, profiles, sections, corridors using AutoCAD Civil3D
Processing field data and computer-generated survey information
Ensuring plans are in compliance with EVLW standards and drafting requirements
Preparing pre-engineering, topographic plans
Other duties as assigned.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Minimum of 2 years of AutoCAD drafting experience along with a strong Survey background.
Post-secondary education in Civil Technology diploma is preferred
Basic understanding of EVLW and municipality standards is considered an asset.
Experience with highway, rail and other civil structures and Utilities considered an asset
Ability to read and draft Survey, Boundary and ROW plans considered an asset.
Proficient with the use of computers and software, including MS Office (Word, Excel).
Good understanding of how to read civil engineering drawings and site plans.
Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Self-motivated, ability to learn new skills, assume new responsibilities and work cooperatively in a team environment
Working Conditions/ Physical Effort
Able to perform in a fast-paced environment
Prolonged sedentary positioning
Walking, lifting, equipment operation, etc.
Moderate physical activities
Ability to use stairs, ladders and climb over rough terrain
Primary work location is the Project site for Marigold Infrastructure Partners
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
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