Richard Roberts
Milton,Canada
Summary
Experienced in managing and leading teams, with proven communication and technical ability. Knowledgeable in municipal and civil drawing requirements and proficiency in reading and interpreting telecommunication plans and various civil construction methods (aerial/buried). Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office applications, including MS Outlook, MS Project, MS Access, MS Excel, and MS Word. Recognized for being organized, hardworking, and responsible, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team, thriving in fast-paced work environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Project Manager
Aecon Utilities
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed and expedited complex Telecom relocation projects on the Scarborough Subway Extension line wide total 7.5km at at various locations
- Spearheaded design drawings aligned with client specifications and expectations.
- Engaged with design team to mitigate issues and submission requirement risks.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Reported regularly to project leaders on project progress, budget and technical problems.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to the client.
CAD Manager
AECON GROUP INC.
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Lead a team of 25+ CAD Technicians
- Implemented drafting standards and coordinated software and process upgrades.
- Scheduling projects, overseeing CAD Drafting team, providing direction to team members, forecast project workload
- Hired, trained and supervised CAD users in municipal permit drawing creation.
- Developed process checkpoints to confirm adherence to drafting standards and schedules.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Team Lead
AECON GROUP INC.
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Scheduling projects, overseeing CAD Drafting team, providing direction to team members, forecast project workload
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Analyze and interpret project designs
- Provide direction for the type of construction methods on civil drawings based on municipal standards
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Use interactive mapping software to assist in the preparation of drawing
CAD Technician
AECON GROUP INC.
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Play key role in municipal permit drawings, development using AutoCAD that aligns with measurements, calculations and specifications.
- Conduct quality control of drawings to maintain accuracy
- Consulted with project managers and designers to produce permits and construction drawings.
- Provide direction for the type of construction methods on civil drawings based on municipal standards
- Interpret Network X/GIS database information
- Use interactive mapping software to assist in the preparation of drawing
CAD Technician
TELCON DESIGN INC.
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Play key role in municipal permit drawings, development using AutoCAD that aligns with measurements, calculations and specifications.
- Conduct quality control of drawings to maintain accuracy
- Consulted with project managers and designers to produce permits and construction drawings.
- Provide direction for the type of construction methods on civil drawings based on municipal standards
- Interpret Network X/GIS database information
- Use interactive mapping software to assist in the preparation of drawing
Education
BBA - Business Management
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON12-2025
Diploma - Architectural Technology (Hons.)
Humber College
205 Humber College Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5L704-2014
Diploma - drafting and design
Vocational Training Development Institute (VTDI)
Saint Andrew, Jamaica04-2008
Skills
- Effective team engagement and leadership
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Experienced in AutoCAD design
- Interpretation of telecom plans
- Compliance with municipal requirements
- Civil construction techniques
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
- Analytical problem solving
- Autonomous task management
- Efficiency in high-pressure environments
- Client relations
Timeline
Design Project Manager
Aecon Utilities
06.2023 - 06.2025
CAD Manager
AECON GROUP INC.
01.2021 - 06.2023
Team Lead
AECON GROUP INC.
01.2019 - 01.2021
CAD Technician
AECON GROUP INC.
01.2017 - 01.2019
CAD Technician
TELCON DESIGN INC.
01.2015 - 01.2017
BBA - Business Management
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Diploma - Architectural Technology (Hons.)
Humber College
Diploma - drafting and design
Vocational Training Development Institute (VTDI)
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