Design Coordinator

Residential Draftsperson / Construction Estimator

Regina, Saskatchewan 

Our client, a leading Saskatchewan home builder, is seeking a Residential Draftsperson / Construction Estimator to join their Regina team. This dual role supports the pre-construction process through residential drafting and construction estimating for single-family and multi-family projects. Responsibilities include preparing construction drawings, completing material take-offs, and developing cost estimates.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of residential construction in Canada and is driven, highly organized, and self-motivated. Experience and training in both drafting and estimating are preferred, but candidates with a strong background in either discipline are encouraged to apply. Candidates must reside in Saskatchewan and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

This fast-paced, varied role offers the chance to broaden your skills and grow within the organization.

Drafting Duties

• Construction drawings: Prepare complete residential construction drawings using AutoCAD or Revit.


• Building standards: Ensure drawings comply with applicable building codes, zoning bylaws, and engineering requirements.


• Building systems: Coordinate HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other building systems with trade partners.


• Plan revisions: Update drawings for client, site, municipal, and engineering changes.

Estimating Duties

• Project estimates: Prepare detailed cost estimates (including material take-offs) for production and custom homes.


• Trade and supplier quotes: Obtain and evaluate quotes to maintain competitive project costs.


• Value engineering: Identify practical alternatives to reduce costs while maintaining design intent, quality, and performance.

Education & Experience

• Diploma or degree in Architectural Technology, Building Science, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent practical experience will be considered.


• Three or more years of relevant residential construction, drafting, or estimating experience preferred.


• Demonstrated experience in residential drafting and/or construction estimating. Drafting candidates should be able to provide examples of relevant construction drawings.


• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, materials, and building practices.

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail: Accurate and consistent with drawings, measurements, quantities, and costs.


• Time management: Able to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.


• Communication: Communicates effectively with clients, sales representatives, trade partners, suppliers, and the construction team.


• Problem solving: Identifies issues and develops practical solutions.


• Technology proficiency: Comfortable learning and using digital tools and adapting to new drafting, estimating, and construction technologies.

Work Environment

• Primarily computer-based work in the client's Regina office.


• Periodic construction site visits to verify measurements and site conditions.