Sr. Designer, BIM at Gft in Toronto, Ontario, Canada | Kablio

Role

Description

cad qc

autocad

microstation

team oversight

ops procedures

plan preparation

Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Quality review (QC/QA) of CAD files and submission drawings
Facilitating and ensuring the quality of the drawings and graphic work produced for the team.
Overseeing a team of technicians that will create, maintain and edit design drawings and construction plans for transportation projects as required utilizing AutoCAD/Civil3D and MicroStation/OpenRoads software packages.
Developing and implementing operations procedures, methods and work systems to ensure effective and efficient internal operations.
Providing clear and detailed plan preparation work, compliant with accepted design/drafting standards of the client including manuals, standard figures and plans, or other resources.
Incorporating and compiling multiple sub-plans/designs into consolidated master plan.
Preparing high quality plans by utilizing engineering calculations, notes, sketches, etc. as prepared by engineers.

Requirements

autocad

civil3d

openroads

projectwise

degree

team player

Experience with various Municipal, MTO, and Metrolinx drawing formats is an asset
Excellent interpersonal skills, with a "team player" approach to design and problem solving.
Design experience with Civil3D and OpenRoads is an asset
8 years experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, ProjectWise, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
Experience coordinating/training technical staff, preparing and reviewing submissions.
University Degree or College Diploma.
Understanding the terminology, technology, and other concepts related to transportation engineering and construction practices.
Ability to work within a team, sharing workloads to meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail and presentation

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship for canadian work authorization is not available.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Top 500 Design Firm

Ranked in ENR's Top 500

Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.

130+ Offices

National Presence

Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.

Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Culture + Values

Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”

Environment + Sustainability

2025 Target

Climate Neutrality

Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.

10% Drop

Emissions Fall

Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.

Rating B

Climate Performance

Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.

Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

77 Graduates Expanded

WomenTech Mentoring Programme

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.

3 Editions in 2022

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.

77 Graduates

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.

Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.

Articles

Services overview

Insights & news

Career opportunities

Role

Description

cad qc

autocad

microstation

team oversight

ops procedures

plan preparation

Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Quality review (QC/QA) of CAD files and submission drawings
Facilitating and ensuring the quality of the drawings and graphic work produced for the team.
Overseeing a team of technicians that will create, maintain and edit design drawings and construction plans for transportation projects as required utilizing AutoCAD/Civil3D and MicroStation/OpenRoads software packages.
Developing and implementing operations procedures, methods and work systems to ensure effective and efficient internal operations.
Providing clear and detailed plan preparation work, compliant with accepted design/drafting standards of the client including manuals, standard figures and plans, or other resources.
Incorporating and compiling multiple sub-plans/designs into consolidated master plan.
Preparing high quality plans by utilizing engineering calculations, notes, sketches, etc. as prepared by engineers.

Requirements

autocad

civil3d

openroads

projectwise

degree

team player

Experience with various Municipal, MTO, and Metrolinx drawing formats is an asset
Excellent interpersonal skills, with a "team player" approach to design and problem solving.
Design experience with Civil3D and OpenRoads is an asset
8 years experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, ProjectWise, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
Experience coordinating/training technical staff, preparing and reviewing submissions.
University Degree or College Diploma.
Understanding the terminology, technology, and other concepts related to transportation engineering and construction practices.
Ability to work within a team, sharing workloads to meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail and presentation

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship for canadian work authorization is not available.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Top 500 Design Firm

Ranked in ENR's Top 500

Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.

130+ Offices

National Presence

Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.

Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Culture + Values

Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”

Environment + Sustainability

2025 Target

Climate Neutrality

Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.

10% Drop

Emissions Fall

Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.

Rating B

Climate Performance

Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.

Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

77 Graduates Expanded

WomenTech Mentoring Programme

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.

3 Editions in 2022

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.

77 Graduates

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.

Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.

Articles

Services overview

Insights & news

Career opportunities