CAD Drafter

CAD Drafter

This position is being posted under Capital Crossing Constructors (CCC), in joint venture with Webuild, Samsung C&T and Green Infrastructure Partners. We are proud to lead the Alexandra Bridge Project, a landmark infrastructure initiative connecting Ottawa and Gatineau. We are committed to delivering this complex project with a strong focus on safety, environmental responsibility, collaboration, and regulatory excellence. Our team works closely with partners, stakeholders, and communities to ensure the project is delivered with care, respect, and long-term impact. At Capital Crossing Constructors, we value diverse perspectives and foster an inclusive, team-oriented environment where people can contribute meaningfully to building infrastructure that serves future generations.

About the Project

The Alexandra Bridge Replacement Project is one of Canada's most significant infrastructure initiatives, replacing the existing Alexandra Bridge that has connected Ottawa, Ontario, and Gatineau, Quebec for more than 120 years. As a vital interprovincial transportation corridor within the National Capital Region, the bridge serves thousands of pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and transit users while forming an integral part of Confederation Boulevard. Having reached the end of its service life, the existing bridge will be replaced with a modern, resilient crossing designed to meet the region's long-term transportation needs. The Alexandra Bridge Replacement Project represents a major investment in Canada's transportation infrastructure, supporting economic growth, regional connectivity, and community development while creating opportunities for skilled professionals to contribute to a landmark project that will serve Canadians for generations.

About the job

Reporting to the Bridge Design Engineer and/or the Pre-Construction Manager, the CAD Drafter will prepare accurate engineering drawings, plans, layouts, and 3D models for bridge construction. The role will translate engineering specifications, sketches, and technical information into detailed construction documents while ensuring compliance with project requirements, company standards, and industry guidelines. The CAD Drafter will also review and verify drawings, coordinate design details with internal teams, and document revisions throughout the design process.

What you'll be doing

• Generate engineering drawings of bridge structures and profiles of bridge elevations for construction as required by our Technical Dept.
• Work from notes, verbal instructions, sketches and drawings, or engineering specifications; consolidates the information to be used to prepare working plans, layouts and detailed drawings.
• Review the design and helps resolve the details not completely defined. Determines the best combination of all the preliminary information and contributing data to develop the final design.
• Develop designs or drawings using engineering principals, established company standards, procedures, and instructions.
• Review engineering drawings and supporting documents for adherence to industry design standards.
• Verify completed work; checks dimensions, materials to be used, processing information, etc.
• Coordinate with other internal departments as required.
• Assure that any changes are documented and prepared in accordance with engineering change procedures and in a timely manner.
• Follow company procedures, work instructions and guidelines in the design, layout, and documentation i.e. procedure, classification coding and retrieval system, CAD drafting and archival guidelines, etc.

What we are looking for

• Experience with some of the following software is required: Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Navisworks, Tekla, RebarCAD, Primavera P6, Autodesk Forma, Autodesk ReCap, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Revizto, SYNCHRO, ProcoreBridge Elevation and Profile Drawings or 3D rendering software.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• 3D Modeling experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D systems.
• Exposure to bridge construction, bridge rehabilitation or major civil infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple deadlines.

Why Choose Us?

• Expected Base Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year. The actual base salary will depend on several factors including experience, qualifications, internal equity, work location and market expectations.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive group benefits program.
• Retirement savings program.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

As proud team members of Capital Crossing Contractors (CCC), we are dedicated to fostering respectful, meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and driving positive change through partnership and collaboration. We recognize the Alexandra Bridge Project is located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People and we are committed to honoring their heritage and culture through ongoing listening, learning, and partnership.

Our Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP) aligns with legal obligations and reconciliation efforts, including the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). We strive for genuine, meaningful engagement emphasizing equity, cultural relevance, mutual respect, and support for Indigenous-led priorities.

We are committed to advancing Indigenous business relationships and reconciliation. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that supports Indigenous Peoples through equitable employment, procurement and culturally respectful engagement.