Ashley Clark

• Phone: +1 416 555 0123
• Email: ashley.clark@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: ashley-clark-drafter

Summary

Six years of experience in producing precise architectural and civil drawings for complex infrastructure and building projects. Successfully reduced drawing revision cycles by 15% through meticulous attention to detail and proactive communication with engineering teams. Proficient in developing comprehensive drawing sets from conceptual sketches to construction-ready documents, ensuring full compliance with Canadian building codes and industry standards.

Experience

Senior Architectural Drafter, Maple Leaf Engineering & Design -- Toronto, Canada

Mar 2020 – present

• Led drafting efforts for commercial and residential developments, managing a team of 3 junior drafters.

• Developed and maintained BIM models for large-scale projects, integrating architectural, structural, and MEP components, contributing to a 10% reduction in design conflicts.

• Responsible for quality assurance of all drawing packages, ensuring adherence to OBC and municipal zoning bylaws.

• Implemented new AutoCAD Civil 3D templates and standards, improving drafting efficiency by 20%.

Civil Drafter, Northern Structures Inc. -- Mississauga, Canada

June 2018 – Feb 2020

• Prepared detailed civil engineering drawings including site plans, grading plans, utility layouts, and earthwork calculations using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Collaborated with civil engineers and surveyors to translate conceptual designs into accurate construction documents for municipal infrastructure projects.

• Assisted in the preparation of quantity take-offs and material schedules, contributing to project cost estimations.

• Maintained drawing archives and revision control systems, ensuring all project documentation was current and accessible.

Junior Architectural Drafter, Ontario Design Group -- Toronto, Canada

Jan 2017 – May 2018

• Created architectural floor plans, elevations, sections, and detail drawings for residential projects under senior supervision.

• Assisted in site visits to verify existing conditions and capture accurate measurements for as-built drawings.

• Proficiently used AutoCAD to modify and update drawing sets based on client and engineer feedback.

• Organized and managed project files, ensuring all drawing versions were correctly documented.

Education

George Brown College, Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2014 – Dec 2016

Skills

Technical Skills: AutoCAD, Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, Navisworks, BIM 360, Microsoft Office Suite

Drafting & Design: Architectural Drafting, Civil Drafting, Structural Drafting, MEP Drafting, BIM Modeling, 2D/3D Modeling, Construction Documents, Site Plans, Grading Plans, Utility Layouts, As-Built Drawings, Detailing, Rendering

Industry Knowledge: Ontario Building Code (OBC), Zoning Bylaws, CSA Standards, Project Coordination, Quality Assurance, Document Control, Quantity Take-offs

Soft Skills: Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Communication, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Adaptability, Client Relations