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Suzanne B.

AutoCAD Drafting Specialist | Architectural, Residential & Survey CAD | 20+ Years' Experience

Calgary, Canada

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About

I’m an AutoCAD Drafting Specialist and CAD Technologist with 20+ years of experience supporting architectural, residential, commercial, interior design, surveying, and construction projects.

My experience includes producing floor plans, construction drawings, permit packages, as-built drawings, site plans, survey drafting, and mapping deliverables. I also specialize in interior and cabinetry drafting, including custom cabinetry, kitchen and bathroom layouts, furniture layouts, and custom furniture pieces. I can develop detailed 2D drawings to communicate dimensions, configurations, and design intent.

I also create CAD standards, title blocks, templates, and block libraries to improve drawing consistency and workflow efficiency. Throughout my career, I’ve supported architects, interior designers, cabinetry professionals, and survey teams, delivering accurate technical drawings and documentation to meet project requirements and deadlines.

I hold a Diploma in Architectural Technology from NAIT and bring a strong foundation in construction documentation, technical drafting, and drawing coordination.

My services include:

- AutoCAD drafting, drawing revisions, and redline incorporation
- Architectural and residential construction drawings
- Custom cabinetry and kitchen and bathroom layouts
- Furniture layouts and custom furniture drafting
- Floor plans, elevations, details, and as-built drawings
- Site plans and survey drafting support
- CAD cleanup, standards, title blocks, templates, and block libraries

Experience

DRAFTING SPECIALIST Suzanne Beatch Drafting & Design · Self-employed May 2020 – Present 6 yrs 5 mos Calgary, AB, Canada Provide drafting and CAD support for residential, architectural, land surveying, and geospatial projects across multiple industries. Prepare and revise floor plans, permit drawings, development permit packages, construction documents, and technical drafting packages while coordinating project documentation and consultant information across multiple projects.

Develop and maintain CAD standards, title blocks, drafting templates, and block libraries tailored to client workflows and project requirements. Produce landfill construction drawings, location maps, closure plans, and detailed technical drafting packages for projects throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Deliver high-volume drafting work within tight deadlines, helping repeat clients increase project capacity and maintain efficient workflows. Improve drafting consistency and efficiency by organizing reusable CAD libraries, templates, and supporting resources.
OPERATIONS & CLIENT SUPPORT Parrish Jones Ltd. · Full-time May 2018 – May 2026 8 yrs Bangkok, Thailand Supported daily operations for a custom tailoring business by coordinating customer orders, production communication, scheduling, and administrative processes. Maintained client records, marketing materials, and order tracking while ensuring efficient coordination between customers, production teams, and retail staff in a fast-paced environment.
MAPPER / CAD OPERATOR Altus Group, Geomatics · Full-time Jul 2018 – Jan 2026 7 yrs 6 mos Calgary, AB, Canada Produced mapping deliverables and geospatial drafting support for internal teams and clients across multiple Canadian offices. Created digital maps, map books, coordinate files, and field support materials using AutoCAD and proprietary mapping systems, including LSD Nav. Collaborated with project managers and field teams to ensure accurate deliverables and meet tight project deadlines.

Developed and maintained mapping standards and workflows adopted across multiple Altus Geomatics offices. Managed high-volume mapping and drafting workloads in a fast-paced production environment while consistently meeting deadlines. Prepared accurate cost estimates for mapping deliverables and related project materials, supporting efficient project planning and resource allocation.
DRAFTER & DESIGN CONSULTANT Empire Kitchen & Bath Ltd. · Full-time May 2005 – Jul 2008 3 yrs 2 mos Calgary, AB, Canada Prepared residential interior drafting packages in collaboration with interior designers, cabinetry builders, and installers to support production and construction requirements. Produced detailed drawings from hand sketches, client revisions, and verbal direction, assisting with space planning, custom cabinetry layouts, furniture layouts, fixtures, finishes, lighting, and material selections for custom residential projects.

Created accurate drafting packages and revisions to meet construction timelines and project requirements. Coordinated with design and production teams to maintain consistency between drawings, manufacturing specifications, and installation requirements. Adapted quickly to changing client requests and project revisions while maintaining drawing accuracy and supporting project deadlines in a fast-paced design environment.

Education

University of Calgary Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography 2000 – 2005
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Diploma, Architectural Technology 1997 – 1999

Other experience

Project Coordination & Technical Documentation Experienced in project coordination, technical documentation, and administrative support across multiple industries. Skilled in coordinating project information, managing drawing revisions, communicating with clients and consultants, maintaining organized project files, and tracking deliverables. Able to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining accuracy, quality, and deadlines.