Senior Cad Designer, Land Development​/Municipal Engineering

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. Welcometo people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you'll find a place where you'll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset.

You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

At CIMA+, we're building the communities where Alberta's future will take shape. As one of Canada's fastest-growing regions, Alberta presents unique opportunities—and our Infrastructure group is at the forefront of land development and planning that responds to this growth with purpose, innovation, and care. Recognized as a market leader, we deliver infrastructure solutions that are deeply impactful for the communities we serve.

Our multidisciplinary team brings together planning and urban design, civil and stormwater engineering, and construction management. We partner with a diverse range of public and private clients on high profile city-building and municipal projects. Success across our portfolio is driven by insight, foresight, and meaningful engagement—values that guide how we work and how we grow. We are actively seeking individuals who are eager to develop their skills, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within our organization.

• The oversight of drafting and design output from junior engineers and technologists which may include project management for the coordination and delivery of a complete detailed design drawing package for land development projects including subdivisions, commercial and industrial sites as well as public sector capital infrastructure projects including roads, transit, deep utilities, and streetscape projects.
• Lead and assist the CAD Team with projects from developing plans, section details, schedules, and quantity take-offs.
• Create and modify CAD drawings including site plans, block profiles and cross sections using Autodesk Civil 3D software.
• Prepare site grading plans, underground sewer and watermain layouts, as well as erosion & sediment management plans. Support with earthworks volume analysis and cross section review.
• Assist stormwater teams with overland and minor-system models and drawings.
• Completion of tasks received from Engineers.
• Resolve and/or communicate any technical issues that may arise.
• Coordinate sub-consultants and municipal approvals.
• Adhere to quality control workflows and processes to ensure consistent quality deliverables.
• Coordinate with other engineers and technologists as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Mentor team members, delegate tasks and support career growth of junior staff.
• Ensure drafting standards meet current design and client standards, guidelines and other requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest design tools and aids in CAD/Civil 3D in consultation with senior CAD staff.

• 8+ years of design experience in municipal and land development projects within a consulting environment.
• Completion of a college diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or similar.
• Qualified registration with ASET/APEGA is considered an asset.
• Collaborate with team members with an open-minded approach and a strong commitment to achieving shared goals.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Flexible and able to adjust to shifting priorities while accepting direction when needed.
• Capable of communicating clearly and professionally in both written and verbal forms.
• Passionate about solving problems and developing solutions through sound judgment, creativity, and innovative thinking.
• Committed to ongoing learning, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Eager to develop proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-related design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, PCSWMM, and Blue Beam Revu.
• Motivated to learn and grow through mentorship and hands‑on experience.
• At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent…