Drafting Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Drafting Manager to join our growing team. The Residential Drafting Manager leads the drafting and design operations, overseeing the production of construction drawings for single-family, multi-family, and custom homes. This role ensures all plans comply with the Building Codes, municipal bylaws, and permitting requirements, while promoting efficient construction, cost control, and customer satisfaction.

The position manages the drafting department and works closely with estimating, construction, sales, and external consultants to deliver accurate, buildable, and timely designs.

Key Responsibilities

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:

• 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

We thank all applicants for their interest, including AI.

• We thank all of those who apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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