Job Description
RAM is a project delivery firm specializing in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering and Advisory services across Canada. RAM is searching for a motivated and experienced individual in Vancouver, BC. The successful candidate will be an individual that enjoys a challenging, professional, and dynamic workplace and contributing to the success of a hardworking team.
About the Role
RAM is looking for a Drafting Technician to support geotechnical engineering and earthworks construction projects across a range of infrastructure and development work.
This role is well suited for someone who enjoys technical drafting, working closely with engineers, and turning complex site and design information into clear, accurate construction drawings, figures, and presentation materials.
You will support projects involving excavations, fills, slopes, retaining walls, foundations, stormwater management, sediment control, excavation shoring, groundwater, and soil stratigraphy.
What You'll Be Doing
• Prepare construction drawings, figures, plans, elevations, sections, and details for reports, presentations, and project deliverables
• Support geotechnical and earthworks-related drawings, including excavations, slopes, retaining walls, foundations, shoring, drainage, groundwater, and soil stratigraphy
• Work closely with engineers and technical staff in a collaborative team environment
• Manage drawing files and coordinate the receipt, organization, and issuing of project drawings
• Review and interpret drawings and information from architects, engineers, surveyors, utility providers, and GIS sources
• Support drawing coordination across civil, structural, mechanical, survey, and utility information
• Assist with field work, including site reconnaissance and field measurements
• Help ensure drawings are accurate, organized, and delivered to a high professional standard
What We Are Looking For
• Minimum 2 years of drafting experience preferred
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Experience with plotting, drawing customization, and troubleshooting
• Strong ability to think and visualize in 3D
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Familiarity with engineering, construction, geotechnical, civil, or earthworks projects
• Comfortable working with metric and Imperial engineering scales
• Proficient with PDFs, spreadsheets, and common office files
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptable, team-oriented, and comfortable working with engineers and project teams
• Willingness to support occasional field work when required
Compensation & Benefits
The estimated annual base salary for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 as of the posting date. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training.
Please note that this range reflects base pay only and does not include the competitive bonus program or the comprehensive benefits package offered by RAM Consulting. RAM provides a strong total rewards package including extended health and dental coverage, paid vacation and sick time, statutory holidays, annual performance and salary reviews, tuition reimbursement, and career development opportunities.
Why You Should Join RAM
• Tuition Reimbursement and Career Planning
• Extended Health Benefits
• Ability to work on North America’s largest projects
• Be part of an innovative technical team
• Grow & develop your career
• Join an inclusive and diverse culture
• Annual Performance and Salary Reviews
For seven consecutive years, RAM has made Canadian Business and Maclean’s Growth 500 ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies. Ranking Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by five-year revenue growth, the Growth 500 profiles the country’s most successful growing businesses.
Interested?
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your professional career, please send your resume in confidence to careers@ramconsulting.com. RAM is committed to employment equity and hires based on merit.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
