Drafting Coordinator
The Taggart Group View all jobs
- Ottawa, ON
- $52,000-57,000 per year
- Training
- Full-time
Tamarack Homes has a legacy of home-building in Ottawa that dates back to the 1940s when Harold Taggart began building homes for returning war veterans. Since then we have built hundreds of homes in communities across the Ottawa and Kingston regions. We take pride in quality workmanship and creating homes that are more than just houses. The communities we construct are built on excellence and attention to detail. Today, Tamarack Homes continues to be one of the most sought-after home builders in eastern Ontario.Work DescriptionThe Drafting Coordinator plays a key support role within the Drafting & Design team, contributing to the preparation and coordination of residential construction drawings and permit documentation.This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build hands-on experience in residential drafting, permitting, and construction coordination. You will work closely with internal teams and external consultants to support the timely and accurate delivery of drawings and documentation across multiple projects.Key ResponsibilitiesDrafting & Drawing Support
- Assist in preparing and revising residential working drawings using AutoCAD and Revit
- Support the development of drawing sets based on markups, sketches, and redlines
- Review drawings for completeness and flag inconsistencies or missing information
- Assist in incorporating design changes into drawing packages
- Support the preparation and submission of permit applications to municipal authorities
- Track permit status, timelines, and approvals to ensure deadlines are met
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., consultants, municipalities) for follow-ups
- Maintain organized permit logs and documentation
- Compile and organize drawing packages and supporting documentation for construction
- Assist in preparing site plans by consolidating information (grading, surveys, utilities)
- Ensure construction teams receive up-to-date drawings and permits
- Maintain accurate project files and records
- Assist in reviewing customer design change requests
- Prepare notes and documentation to support internal review and consultant coordination
- Track progress of changes to ensure timely completion
- Assist with administrative tracking (permit schedules, documentation logs, etc.)
- Support the team in managing multiple active projects and deadlines
- Stay current on updates to subdivision developments and relevant regulations
- A diploma in an Architectural Technology or Technician program is required.
- Experience with AutoCAD 2026, and Revit 2026 design programs is required.
- 1–2 years of experience in drafting, construction, or a related environment
- Basic understanding of residential construction drawings
- Familiarity with Ontario Building Code (Part 9) is an asset
- Able to read and understand structural (floor and truss layouts), mechanical, and electrical design.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative and build knowledge
- Providing service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines
- Sitting or standing for long periods of time at workstation
- Overtime may be required to meet specific project deadlines.