Intermediate Drafter
Location: Okotoks, Alberta
Reports to: Estimating & Drafting Manager
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
At Partners Development Group, we’ve been building thoughtfully planned communities in Calgary and Okotoks for over 25 years. Guided by our mission to Build a Better Life for our team members, trade partners, homeowners and communities we pride ourselves on teamwork, integrity, and making a difference every day.
We’re looking for an Intermediate Drafter to join our Estimating & Drafting team. If you’re detail-oriented, technically strong, and eager to bring plans to life through accurate and code-compliant drawings, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
As an Intermediate Drafter, you’ll focus on creating high-quality working drawings and permit packages that keep our projects moving smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing complete and accurate working drawings for multi-family homes.
- Creating and revising permit packages, ensuring compliance with local bylaws, architectural controls, and the Alberta Building Code.
- Coordinating with engineers, consultants, and suppliers to gather details required for permit submissions.
- Reviewing site plans and lot fits to confirm setbacks, grading, and structural placement.
- Maintaining and updating standard plans and details libraries as changes are required.
- Supporting the Estimating & Drafting Manager with revisions, redlines, and technical inquiries from municipalities or site supervisors.
- Assisting in the preparation of drawings for sales or marketing support as needed.
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated, accurate, and eager to collaborate in a fast-paced homebuilding environment.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Diploma in Architectural Technology (or equivalent).
- 2–3 years residential drafting experience (production home building experience an asset).
- Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp (Lumion is an asset).
- Solid knowledge of wood-frame residential construction practices.
- Familiarity with the Alberta Building Code and municipal bylaws.
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Why Join Partners?
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus program.
- Group health & dental benefits (premiums paid by Partners).
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- Frequent team-building events and a fun, collaborative office culture.
- Opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to building a better life for our homeowners and communities.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to bring your drafting skills to a team that values precision, collaboration, and community, we’d love to hear from you. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.