Survey Drafter - Military Veterans

Req #: R163411

Location(s):

• CA - AB, Edmonton

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

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 Survey Drafter to join our team! The Survey Drafter is responsible for the completion of design drawings, layouts and survey reports to ensure that the drawings are in compliance with the Edmonton Valley Line West Standards and Project Agreement. 

What You'll Be Doing:

• Review design drawings and prepare layout data using various software packages, such as Civil 3D, Trimble, Gedo
• Meet deadlines by Prioritizing survey tasks and assign layout data to the surveyor
• Process field data and prepare survey reports and/or as-built drawings
• Calculate quantities for various scopes of work
• Establish working relationships with designers, contractors, surveyors and office staff
• Collaborate with designers to ensure accuracy of drawings
• Liaises with field staff to problem solve and mitigate risk
• Assist in field surveys as required
• Prepare alignment, profiles, sections, corridors using Civil3D
• Other duties as assigned.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Minimum of 3 years of AutoCAD drafting experience along with a strong Survey background
• Post-secondary education, Civil Technology diploma preferred
• Strong computer skills including a proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D software and experience customizing AutoCAD, scripts, tools, and menus
• Basic understanding of EVLW and municipality standards is considered an asset
• Experience with highway, rail and other civil structures and utilities 
• Ability to read and draft Survey, Boundary and ROW plans, and interpret civil engineering drawings and site plans
• Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
   

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!