Junior Architectural Technologist

Akash Group of Companies•Edmonton, AB

18h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Junior Architectural Technologist for Akash Homes, based in Edmonton, Alberta. This role is an opportunity to build a strong foundation within a fast-paced residential production drafting environment. You’ll support the preparation, coordination, and revision of residential construction drawings across multiple markets while learning how a high-growth homebuilder operates behind the scenes. This is not a conceptual design role. Success in this position comes from precision, consistency, communication, and the ability to manage structured production work efficiently. You’ll work closely with a collaborative team that values accountability, initiative, and continuous improvement. With opportunities to grow your technical knowledge, construction understanding, and production drafting capabilities over time. One year at Akash Homes is like three years elsewhere. Our pace of growth creates opportunities to learn quickly, take ownership early, and gain exposure across drafting, construction, estimating, sales, and operations.

Requirements

Diploma in Architectural Technology or equivalent from NAIT, SAIT, or a related institution
Working knowledge of Archicad or similar BIM/CAD software
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a production-focused environment
Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate across teams
A proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues and communicate blockers early
Interest in residential construction, production drafting, and continuous learning

Nice To Haves

Exposure to residential homebuilding or construction environments
Familiarity with Alberta residential building code requirements
Experience or exposure to architectural control submission processes
Co-op, practicum, or work placement experience related to drafting or construction
Experience coordinating consultant or engineering drawings

Responsibilities

Learn and execute Akash Homes drafting standards, workflows, and production processes quickly and accurately
Manage assigned production drafting tasks and revisions while maintaining strong attention to detail and communication
Support architectural control submissions, engineering coordination, and cross-functional collaboration across active projects
Prepare and revise residential construction drawings using Archicad and related drafting software
Modify plans to align with lot conditions, grading requirements, architectural controls, and municipal guidelines
Coordinate drawing revisions with engineering consultants and internal departments
Support architectural control submissions and respond to revision requests
Manage assigned drafting queues and support production timelines across multiple active projects
Collaborate with estimating, construction, sales, and operations teams to support project execution
Maintain organized project documentation, revision tracking, and drawing records
Participate in site visits and learning opportunities to strengthen residential construction knowledge
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to drafting standards and workflow efficiency