BIM Facade Drafter

BIM Facade Drafter

Siber Facade Group – Burnaby / Metro Vancouver, BC Full-Time | Drafting Technologist

About Siber Facade Group

At Siber Facade Group, we don't just build building envelopes - we help shape the skylines of tomorrow.

Headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, Siber is a leading Canadian facade contractor specializing in the design, fabrication, and installation of innovative building envelope systems. We partner with developers, architects, consultants, and general contractors to deliver some of Western Canada's most recognizable residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Our team combines technical expertise with practical construction experience, collaborating across engineering, drafting, manufacturing, and installation to deliver projects from concept through completion. Whether it's an iconic high-rise tower or a complex custom facade, we pride ourselves on solving challenges through teamwork, precision, and continuous improvement.

Joining Siber means becoming part of a growing organization that values innovation, accountability, and professional development. If you're passionate about construction, technology, and delivering exceptional work, we'd love to have you help us build the next generation of landmark buildings.

Position Summary

The Drafting Technologist is responsible for producing accurate technical drawings and documentation for facade projects from design development through fabrication and installation.

Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Estimators, Production Teams, and Site Operations, this role transforms architectural concepts into coordinated shop drawings, fabrication packages, and installation drawings while ensuring compliance with project specifications, applicable building codes, and Siber's quality standards.

Responsibilities

Shop Drawings & Technical Documentation

· Prepare detailed shop drawings for window wall, curtain wall, storefront, punched windows, and cladding systems issuing computer aided design (CAD) software, Revit or other BIM modeling.

· Developing LOD 300/350 Revit models for facade systems in Revit for Curtain Wall, Window Wall and glazing systems.

· Maintain company BIM and drafting standards.

· Produce & review fabrication drawings for aluminum extrusions, metal panels, flashings, and associated components if needed.

· Use Revit appropriately for parametric facade design with Curtain Wall and Curtain Wall Families

· Prepare installation drawings, Grid layouts and sequencing details.

· Create details, sections, elevations, and large-scale construction details.

· Develop drawing packages suitable for consultant review, fabrication, and field installation.

Project Coordination

· Review IFCs & IDs such as, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and consultant commented drawings.

· Coordinate design information with Drafting Manager, Project Managers and Engineers.

· Attend internal project coordination meetings.

· Identify design conflicts and propose practical solutions with DM & R&D team.

· Coordinate revisions resulting from RFIs, SI's, ASI's, CCD's, and change orders.

· Review drawing packages for completeness and accuracy before release to pursue accountability.

System Development

· Detail curtain wall and window wall assemblies.

· Had experience on how to model a family before with reference places with sweep.

· Develop glazing & panels details.

· Detail anchors, embeds, brackets, clips, and support systems.

· Prepare waterproofing interfaces and flashing details.

· Incorporate thermal break requirements and air/water barrier interfaces.

· Understand sealant joints, structural movement & expansion joints, tolerances, and installation requirements.

Document Management

· Maintain organized project drawing files.

· Track revisions by filling modification list sheet to maintain revision control throughout the project lifecycle.

· Archive superseded drawings.

· Ensure drawing registers remain current.

Communication

· Communicate technical information to:

o Project Managers

o Drafting Manager

o Consultants if needed

o Architects if needed

o Engineers if needed

· Assist with responding to consultant comments during drawing review.

Continuous Improvement

· Participate in developing drafting standards.

· Assist with improving drawing templates.

· Standardize details and assemblies.

· Support development of new facade systems.

· Contribute to lessons learned by making lean & kaizen strategy with DM.

Qualifications Required

· Diploma or Degree in Architectural Technology, Drafting Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or related discipline.

· Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Revit is a MUST

· Minimum 3 years of drafting experience (building envelope, glazing, or construction preferred).

· Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit & BIM modeling.

· Strong understanding of construction drawings.

· Ability to read IFCs & IDs drawing.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Strong organizational and communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred

Experience with:

· Curtain Wall Systems

· Window Wall Systems

· Storefront Systems

· Architectural Metal Cladding

· ACM Panel Systems

· Bluebeam Revu

· Microsoft Office

· Building envelope detailing

· Aluminum extrusion systems

· Canadian Building Code

· CSA, ASTM, and AAMA standards

What You'll Bring

· Strong problem-solving skills.

· A collaborative team-first attitude.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

· Self-motivation and initiative.

· Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

· Professional communication skills.

· Pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.

What We Offer

· Competitive salary

· Extended health and dental benefits

· Professional development opportunities

· Collaborative team environment

· Modern Burnaby office

· Career growth within a growing facade contractor

· Opportunity to work on landmark and high-rise projects

· Supportive and collaborative team environment

Compensation

To be determine based on experience and technical capabilities.

Hiring Process

The selection process will include two separate rounds:

■1 Technical Interview

A technical discussion covering IFC drawing reading, façade systems, glazing, drawing interpretation, coordination and technical problem-findings.

2■ BIM/Revit Practical Assessment Workshop

Shortlisted candidates will complete a 2-hour practical Revit/BIM assessment to demonstrate their ability in façade modelling, module preparation, drawing interpretation, Revit practices, accuracy and constructability.

Please note: The two rounds will not be conducted on the same day. Candidates who successfully complete the technical interview will be invited separately for the practical assessment.

Interested?

Please get back to us by sending your resume and a summary of your Revit and façade experience to:

[email protected]

If you are a Revit modeler who understands façade systems and wants to grow within the glazing and façade industry, we would like to hear from you.