Drafter Jobs

At Canco, we’re Canadian born and raised. We are an independent chain of gas stations launched in 2016. A bold alternative to big-box retailers, Canco was born from a vision to become a leading gas retailer brand. We purchase directly from major fuel refineries and terminals in Canada to ensure premium products are offered at competitive prices. Proudly local, we put people first and run our business with honesty, integrity and excellence.

The Role:

We are looking for a motivated and highly collaborative Senior Draftsperson to join our Construction and Design team.This is a critical support role and you will be working as an integral part of our team.

Working closely with our Project Manager and Design Lead, you will prepare comprehensive drawing packages, including resources, timeframes, and budgets for projects. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in Drafting and be highly skilled in interpreting architectural designs and turning them into highly technical drawings.

This role’s critical function is founded in Architectural Technology, Drafting and Project Coordination, schedule and risk management, procurement of materials, project documentation, financial oversight and tracking long lead items to ensure projects remain on deadline and in scope are all necessary components.

To succeed in this role, you should have excellent time management and communication skills, as you’ll collaborate with stakeholders and internal teams to deliver results on deadlines. This role will enable you to showcase both your Drafting skills as well as project management to follow projects from design to execution.

Please note: this role will be in-office in Kelowna, BC.

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and administer a library of materials and equipment that will form a Brand Standard.
• Shop Drawing Review.
• Work closely with Project Leads to estimate and track activities, resources, equipment, and information for each design project; from inception to completion.
• Prepare highly detailed technical drawings and plans according to Architectural designs
• Oversee project procurement.
• Assist in the creation of working tenant improvement drawings.
• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise.
• Prepare and administer RFP packages, ensuring you are adhering to quality standards.
• Analyze risks and opportunities within project scope.
• Prepare and maintain a database of typical CAD details used.
• Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance inspections.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports.
• Liaise with stakeholders to identify and define requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Help prepare budgets and track resource allocation for design projects
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants.

Requirements

• Exceptional knowledge of AutoCadd and technical specifications
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
• 5+ years of experience in Drafting or Architectural Technology
• PMP, CET certification is a plus.
• Experience and ability to prepare and interpret drawings, schedules and estimates
• 2+ years of proven work experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role
• University degree or College Diploma in Drafting, Architectural Technology or similar
• Exceptional collaborator and communicator, extremely proactive
• Established track record in project delivery, from conception to completion
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, Word.
• Working knowledge of retail petroleum facilities considered an asset