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Senior Drafter

York Group - 16 Jobs

Edmonton, AB

Posted 25 days ago

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Full-time
Executive

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Position Summary

The Senior Drafteris responsible forproducing and coordinating all technical drafting and design documentation at York Precast. This is a hands-on individual contributor role that serves as the primary technical resource for shop drawings, panel layouts, and production documentation, ensuring that all drawing outputs areaccurate, production-ready, and delivered on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Drafting & Documentation:

  • Prepare and review shop drawings, panel layouts,embeddetails, connection hardware, and lifting point documentation using CAD and Revit.
  • Ensure all drawing packages areaccurate, complete, and aligned with project specifications and applicable codes.
  • Maintain organized drawing records and version control across all active projects.
  • Develop andmaintaindrawing standards and templates for York Precast.

ProductionCoordination:

  • Work closely with thePlantManager and production teams to ensure drawings are clear, executable, and available ahead of casting schedules.
  • Participate in production planning discussions to flag drawing readiness and resolve conflicts early.
  • Provide real-time technical support to theplantfloor when drawing clarifications are needed.

Design Coordination & Stakeholder Communication:

  • Liaise with structural engineers, project managers, and clients to clarify design requirements and incorporate revisions.
  • Identifyand communicate design or production conflictsin a timely manner.
  • Support estimating and project teams with technical input on drawing scope and production feasibility.

Technology & Continuous Improvement:

  • Maintain drafting software and support integration with supplier or client platforms asrequired.
  • Identifyopportunities to improve drawing accuracy, turnaround times, and documentation consistency.
  • Stay current with precast industry standards, software updates, and best practices.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or degree in Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, ora relatedtechnical field.
  • 3+ years of experience in precast drafting, structural drafting, or a related technical role.
  • Proficiencyin CAD and Revit for structural and precast applications.
  • Working knowledge of precast production systems, panel design, connection details, and shop drawing requirements.
  • Familiarity with applicable codes and standards is an asset.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing accuracy.
  • Ability to read and interpret structural engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Good communicationskills with the ability to work collaboratively across production,project, and engineering teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple drawing packages and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel asrequired.

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