Civil Drafting Technologist

 

About the Opportunity

Our Calgary office is looking to add 2 enthusiastic Civil Drafting Technologists to our Design Production Team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly collaborative environment and work alongside our team of engineering, planning, and drafting specialists.

Coupled with the diverse learning and project experience opportunities, do you see yourself excited to contribute to:

• Carrying out design drawing tasks and AutoCAD assignments.
• Support engineering personnel in the field with design, drawing production, and/or construction specifications.
• Following drafting procedures, accepting drafting standards, completing drawing tasks, and following file management procedures.
• Ensuring quality control of your design production work.
• Building relationships with team members and clients.
• Performing a variety of design production assignments with independent judgment.
• Advising on and reviewing technical challenges.
• Translating high-level conceptual designs into fully constructed projects, from preliminary phases through to project completion.
• Assisting with project timelines and ensuring deadlines are met.

 

About You

Our ideal candidate is a recent graduate from an Engineering Design and Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent program with up to 2 years of experience. The core skills that will help you succeed here include:

• You are proficient in Civil3D and AutoCAD.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Excel, other Microsoft Office software, and PDF editing software such as Bluebeam.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and can effectively communicate with others to ensure clear and efficient collaboration.
• You have excellent drafting skills and a strong knowledge of drawing set-up and production.
• You possess a keen eye for detail and take great pride in your work, in projects both large and small.
• You are committed to ongoing personal and professional development.
• You are registered, or eligible for registration, with ASET, or an equivalent provincial or territorial association, as a Technologist in Training, Applied Science Technologist, or Certified Engineering Technologist (preferred).
• You have a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.
• Being familiar with Geographic Information Systems would be considered an asset.

 

About Us

Urban Systems is a Canadian employee-owned interdisciplinary community consulting firm. We are united in our mission to transform communities everywhere into vibrant places where people want to live today, tomorrow, and forever.

At Urban Systems, vibrant communities are everything—including our own work community. Since 1975, we have grown to more than 700 people with 18 offices across Canada. Every day, our purpose-driven team works closely with our clients and their communities to deliver impactful work. We are proud to work with diverse clients, including Indigenous communities, all levels of government, commercial and residential land developers, and the natural resource sector.

We care for our communities and for our people. It’s our differences that make us exciting, and our shared belief in Urban Systems that binds us together. We’re searching for the creative and passionate and the curious and courageous to join us in creating meaningful and generational change in communities.

 

Our Commitment to You

Are you looking for opportunities to participate in challenging projects and work with multiple teams? Join a diverse and supportive group of professionals at Urban Systems and take part in impactful work building vibrant communities across Canada. Here’s what you can expect as a team member at Urban Systems:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits. You’ll receive competitive compensation, extended health, dental, vision care coverage, and more. This position will have a salary range of $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The range is negotiable based on your skillset and experience.
• Paid Time Off. We encourage all team members to take time off to recharge. Enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation to start, in addition to statutory days off throughout the year.
• Learn and grow. Your professional growth & development is supported here. You are encouraged to take initiative and shape your career through coaching, in-house learning, technical courses, and more.
• Work with Interdisciplinary Teams. Amazing things happen when you mix creativity, curiosity, teamwork, and a strong desire to collaborate and innovate. You will be part of diverse, interdisciplinary teams to deliver important projects for our clients and their communities.
• Flexible Hours & Work Environment. You have a life outside of work. We offer flexibility in your work schedule and work environment to help you do your best work and meet your commitments.
• Saving for the Future. To help you achieve your long-term retirement goals, we offer a Long-Term Matching Program that matches your contributions (up to 5%) to an RRSP or TFSA.
• Support through Transitions. You will be supported through life’s moments and transitions, big or small, including top-up for parental leave for both biological and adoptive parents.
• Create Lasting Community Impact. 98% of Urban Systems employees believe that the work we do is important. Join a team of like-minded leaders and work together to bring impactful community projects to life!

 

How to Apply

If this describes your background, skills, and attributes, please visit our website for more information and submit your resume and cover letter. If it doesn’t describe you exactly, but you feel you are well suited to this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

 

Deadline for applications: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 10:00 am MDT