Team Lead, CAD (Contract)

Overview

Lead CAD team delivering utility telecom designs, ensure quality and safety

Key Responsibilities

• qc metrics
• cad/gis integration
• checklist standardization
• cad standards
• drawing audits
• team supervision

Tasks

-Define and track QC metrics (e.g., first-pass yield, rework rate, turnaround time, drawing non-conformances), report progress to leadership. -Coordinate with Design QC, Permitting, and Field/GIS teams to resolve constructability issues and data gaps (e.g., pole loads, depth of cover, utility conflicts). -Standardize checklists and QC logs; recommend process and template improvements to enhance throughput and reduce variance. -Champion data integrity between CAD and GIS; ensure version control and drawing package completeness (cover pages, legends, notes, profiles, details). -Supervise and mentor CAD QC Specialists and CAD Technicians; provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and performance feedback. -Apply and maintain Aecon CAD standards and client-specific CAD templates; promote adoption of rules-based checks where applicable. -Review municipal consent (MC), utility permits, traffic control sheets, and as-builts for completeness and conformance to client and municipal standards. -Develop onboarding and continuous training plans (CAD standards, QC methods, permitting nuances); coordinate cross-training with Design QC and GIS. -Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. -Promote a Safety Always mindset and ensure CAD outputs support safe construction (e.g., clearance notes, traffic accommodation details). -Audit CAD drawings for FTTH and coaxial builds, validating fiber routing, splice points, cable counts, ducts/micro ducts, clearances, layer standards, symbology, and annotation accuracy. -Plan and prioritize workload, assign tasks, and monitor progress to ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables across multiple programs. -Engage with Project Managers and client representatives to clarify scope, acceptance criteria, and delivery schedules; communicate risks and mitigation plans.

Requirements

• autocad
• microstation
• spida calc
• pls-cadd
• ike office
• electrical engineering

What You Bring

-Clear, confident communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. -Demonstrated commitment to safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement. -Proven leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. -Working knowledge of telecommunications network design (FTTH/coax), municipal standards, CSA standards, and permitting processes. -Experience with RFPs, RFIs, and execution of lump sum bidding requirements is a strong asset. -5+ years of CAD drafting experience in utilities, including 2+ years in a lead or supervisory capacity. -Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset. -Post-secondary education in Electrical/Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline (asset). -Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. -Provide advanced AutoCAD support, including layer management, sheet setup, and productivity scripts; familiarity with MicroStation, SPIDA Calc, PLS-CADD, and IKE Office is an asset. -Expertise in AutoCAD; familiarity with MicroStation, SPIDA Calc, PLS-CADD, and IKE Office are considered an asset.

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About Aecon Group Inc.

-From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877. -Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works. -Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations. -Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments. -Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development. -While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions. -Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

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