Survey Drafter
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Survey Drafter to join our team! The Survey Drafter is responsible for the completion of design drawings, layouts and survey reports to ensure that the drawings are in compliance with the Edmonton Valley Line West Standards and Project Agreement.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Review design drawings and prepare layout data using various software packages, such as Civil 3D, Trimble, Gedo
- Meet deadlines by Prioritizing survey tasks and assign layout data to the surveyor
- Process field data and prepare survey reports and/or as-built drawings
- Calculate quantities for various scopes of work
- Establish working relationships with designers, contractors, surveyors and office staff
- Collaborate with designers to ensure accuracy of drawings
- Liaises with field staff to problem solve and mitigate risk
- Assist in field surveys as required
- Prepare alignment, profiles, sections, corridors using Civil3D
- Other duties as assigned.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Minimum of 3 years of AutoCAD drafting experience along with a strong Survey background
- Post-secondary education, Civil Technology diploma preferred
- Strong computer skills including a proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D software and experience customizing AutoCAD, scripts, tools, and menus
- Basic understanding of EVLW and municipality standards is considered an asset
- Experience with highway, rail and other civil structures and utilities
- Ability to read and draft Survey, Boundary and ROW plans, and interpret civil engineering drawings and site plans
- Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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