Job Description & How to Apply Below
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of residential drafters and architectural technologists
Establish and enforce drafting standards, templates, and workflows
Manage team capacity and assign projects based on priorities and timelines
Conduct performance reviews, training, and continuous development
Drafting & Design
Oversee the preparation of construction drawings, including:
Production homes
Semi-custom and fully custom homes
Multi-family residential (duplexes, townhomes)
Review and approve drawings for accuracy, constructability, and completeness
Ensure compliance with:
Manitoba Building Code
Local municipal zoning bylaws (e.g., setbacks, lot coverage, height restrictions)
Energy efficiency requirements (e.g., insulation values, ventilation standards)
Maintain and evolve standard plan libraries and construction details
Permitting & Regulatory Coordination
Oversee preparation and submission of permit-ready drawing packages
Coordinate with municipalities such as City of Winnipeg Planning, Property and Development and other Manitoba jurisdictions
Ensure drawings meet requirements for:
Development permits
Building permits
Variances and conditional uses (as required)
Respond to plan check comments and revisions from authorities
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with:
Sales teams to translate customer selections into final plans
Estimating to ensure cost-effective designs
Construction/site supervisors to resolve field issues
Provide technical guidance on constructability and sequencing
Oversee and optimize use of:
AutoCAD and Revit
Maintain digital libraries of standard details, options, and elevations
Evaluate and implement new tools to improve productivity and coordination
Qualifications
Technical Knowledge
Deep understanding of:
Manitoba and National Building Code
Wood‑frame residential construction methods
Building envelope, insulation, and ventilation systems suited to Manitoba climate
Experience with municipal permitting processes across Manitoba
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
Core Competencies
Strong leadership and team development skills
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Excellent communication with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Problem‑solving with a practical, construction‑focused mindset
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced production environment
Education & Experience
Diploma or degree in Architectural Technology or a related field
8–12+ years of residential drafting/design experience
3–5+ years in a leadership role within a homebuilding or construction environment
Strong experience with Canadian residential construction practices
Type of Person Who Will Succeed in this Role
Directive personality with a knack for problem‑solving.
Positive and outgoing, engaging well with others.
Sense of urgency and adaptability.
Detail‑oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
Motivated team player.
Driven to achieve bottom‑line results.
Benefits
Dental care
Extended health care
Disability insurance
Life insurance
On‑site parking
Schedule
Monday to Friday
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