Posted 17 days ago
Int. Legal Drafter
@ IBW Surveyors
Ontario
Overview
IBW Surveyors is hiring a full-time Intermediate Legal Drafter to produce reference plans and survey drawings using CAD and survey data-processing software. The role involves calculating and drafting plans, processing field and 3D scan data, and reporting to the Drafting Team Lead.
Responsibilities:
- Calculate and draft reference plans
- Process field and 3D scan data
- Complete plan closures and corrections
- Verify details with field crews
- Read and assess metes and bounds descriptions
Requirements summary:
- Knowledge of CAD software such as Civil 3D and Microstation
- Knowledge of COGO commands and coordinate systems
- Knowledge of local and geodetic datums
- Ability to read metes and bounds descriptions
- Strong communication and research skills
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
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IBW Surveyors
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Providing Professional Surveying Services Across Ontario - Expertise & Diversity to Meet Your Challenging Deadlines.
Full company description
At IBW Surveyors, we provide a high level of Professional Land and Engineering Surveying services. Our team collaborates closely with professionals, developers, property owners, and contractors to deliver exceptional results. Formed through the merger of over 15 firms across Southern Ontario, IBW Surveyors combines extensive experience with a forward-thinking approach. Our talented employees are industry leaders, driving innovation and setting new standards in surveying excellence.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,199
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 88
- Reported office locations
- 71 Mearns Court, Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 4N4, CA
- 20 Leslie Street, Suite 121, Toronto, Ontario M4M 3L4, CA
- ., Peterborough, Ontario K9H 4C7, CA
- 5503 Hwy 62 South, Belleville, Ontario K8N 4Z7, CA
- 197 Water St W PO Box 790, Suite 205, Prescott, Ontario K0E 1T0, CA
- 637 Norris Crt, Kingston, Ontario K7P 2R9, CA
- 17171 Cornwall Centre Rd, Unit 4, Long Sault, Ontario K0C1P0, CA
- 1075 North Service Rd W,, Unit 6, Oakville, Ontario L6M2G2, CA
- 8 Main Street, Suite B, Alexandira, Ontario K0C 1A0, CA
- Parry Sound, Ontario P2A 1E6, CA
- 1234 Reid St, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1C1, CA
- 9 King St W, 203, Brockville, Ontario K6V 3P7, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Professional Services
- Civil Engineering
- Other recorded names
- IBW Surveyors
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
At IBW Surveyors, we provide a high level of Professional Land and Engineering Surveying services. Our team collaborates closely with professionals, developers, property owners, and contractors to deliver exceptional results. Formed through the merger of over 15 firms across Southern Ontario, IBW Surveyors combines extensive experience with a forward-thinking approach. Our talented employees are industry leaders…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Surveying and Mapping Services |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Bowmanville, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
| View page |
Your Future Team:
IBW provides outstanding service across the board by developing and building the strongest team in the surveying industry. Four simple but powerful values drive our team:
- Caring and compassionate
- Confident, yet humble
- Keen learners
- Commitment to a team culture
Our commitment to these values is unwavering and shows in our excellent employee culture. If working under these values excites you, read on:
Your Role & Reporting:
The role reports to the Drafting Team Lead.
Your Responsibilities:
- Knowledge of the various CAD software packages. E.g. Civil 3D, Microstation, BricsCAD, MicroSurvey, Trimble Business Center, TopoDOT.
- AOLS and IBW Standards
- Calculate and draft reference plans
- Communicate efficiently and effectively
- Complete plan closures
- Complete plan corrections
- Identify proper research and ability to identify when obtaining additional research material as required
- Knowledge of CAD commands and proper use of layers
- Knowledge of the basic COGO commands in CAD
- Data processing abilities:
- Field data processing
- 3D scan data processing
- Field blunder detection and resolution
- Knowledge of local and networked coordinate systems
- Knowledge of local and geodetic datums
- Knowledge of the various kinds of survey deliverables and the different plan types
- Make contributions and provide input for new workflows and methods to increase productivity by being prepared and engaged at team meetings
- Reaching out to field crews for field verification and detailing requests for more fieldwork
- Read and assess metes and bounds descriptions
- Recognizes when consultation with the Drafting Team Lead/Supervisor is required
- The ability to analyze field notes and photos taken by field staff to aid in the drafting process
- Troubleshoot issues while completing actions and make sure to seek expert input when required
- Understanding of the IBW CAD and Quality Control processes
- Other duties as required.
To learn more about IBW Surveyors, visit our website: https://ibwsurveyors.com/
IBW Surveyors is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a barrier-free environment and promoting independence, dignity, integration, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available, upon request, for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. To request for accommodations at any stage of the process, please contact [email protected]. Please note we do not use AI to assess, screen, or interview candidates. This posting is for an existing vacancy..
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