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Drafter, Highway Design

$89.8k - $118.9k per year

WSP in Canada

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

WSP is currently seeking a detail‑oriented and collaborative CAD Technician to join our Ontario Highway Design Team with their base office in one of three locations (Ottawa, Thornhill, or Mississauga). The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of multidiscipline highway design projects (ranging from low traffic volume two lane secondary highways to high traffic volume multi-lane freeways).

Your Impact

  • Be trained in all aspects of the technical delivery of highway and drainage designs, including design software such as but not limited to; InRoads, OpenRoads, MicroStation, Project Wise, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, AutoTurn, Microsoft Project, Excel, BIM Software (Navisworks, Dynamo, Power BI) etc.
  • Prepare, revise, and maintain detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for highways, bridges, and municipal infrastructure projects using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or ORD.
  • Coordinate with project teams to ensure all drawings reflect the most current information and standards.
  • Maintain drawing standards, file naming conventions, and folder structures for efficient project delivery.
  • Conduct quality control reviews to ensure technical compliance and adherence to client and regulatory standards.
  • Support digital terrain modeling and integration of survey data as required.
  • Upload and manage large CAD files on SharePoint, ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud or other project collaboration platforms.
  • Respond to requests for information and provide timely updates to project managers and external partners.
  • Participate in internal and external design meetings, providing technical input and ensuring alignment across disciplines.
  • Implement feedback from project reviews and client comments to continuously improve deliverables.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Architectural Technology, or a related field
  • Work experience in highway/roadway design
  • Familiarity with project collaboration tools such as SharePoint
  • BIM experience is an asset
  • Registered with OACETT is an asset
  • An intent to be a Certified Engineering Technician and/or Technologist in Ontario as soon as you are eligible
  • Effective Communication and interpersonal skills
  • A team player with a willingness to collaborate and help others
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving digital technologies and methodologies
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet project deadlines
  • Valid G Driver’s license is an asset

Compensation

  • AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89 800 – $118 900
  • MB & ON: $81 900 – $112 800
  • NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $81 100 – $107 700

Disclosure

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

About Us

Chez WSP, notre raison d’être est de façonner nos communautés pour faire progresser l’humanité. C’est pourquoi nous rassemblons des personnes animées par la résolution de défis complexes — des ingénieur·e·s, des scientifiques, des conseiller·ère·s et des expert·e·s techniques guidé·e·s par une passion commune : redéfinir ce qui est possible et imaginer ce qui vient ensuite. Nous sommes des Visionniers et Visionnières. En tant que l’une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels au monde, nous collaborons avec la clientèle dans les secteurs du transport, des infrastructures, de l’environnement, du bâtiment, de l’énergie, de l’eau, ainsi que des mines et métaux. Nous allions une connaissance approfondie des réalités locales à une perspective globale pour créer des solutions qui laissent une empreinte positive et durable. Chez WSP, vous joindrez une communauté d’esprits brillants qui repoussent les limites chaque jour - grâce à leur expertise, leur créativité et leur volonté d’innover pour bâtir un avenir plus résilient et interconnecté. Ici, vos idées sont valorisées, votre développement est soutenu, et vous êtes encouragé·e à être pleinement vous-même. Nous donnons à notre personnel les moyens de collaborer entre disciplines, de remettre en question le statu quo et de façonner une carrière porteuse de sens.

Joignez-vous à nous.

Veuillez noter : La santé et la sécurité sont des valeurs fondamentales et primordiales chez WSP. Compte tenu de l’importance de veiller les un·e·s sur les autres, il est attendu que vous respectiez en tout temps notre politique de Santé, sécurité et environnement (SSE), ainsi que les politiques SSE de la clientèle lorsque vous travaillez sur ses sites. Tous les détails ici . Certaines fonctions critiques pour la sécurité comprennent du travail sur le terrain et peuvent impliquer des activités dans divers environnements, notamment dans des zones éloignées ou isolées, en travaillant seul·e ou par temps inclément (dans des conditions sécuritaires et raisonnables). WSP accueille et encourage les candidatures de personnes en situation de handicap. Des mesures d’adaptation sont offertes sur demande pour toute personne participant à l’ensemble du processus de sélection. WSP adhère aux principes d’équité en emploi. Seules les personnes retenues seront contactées. WSP n’accepte pas les candidatures non sollicitées provenant d’agences de recrutement. Tous les détails ici .

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