GIS / CAD / Reality Capture Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
Who we are:
Kenaidan is an employee owned general contractor building heavy civil/structural concrete, water works and ICI projects and we're looking to build on our team. We offer exceptional opportunities including career development and training through our Kenaidan Centre for Learning and growth from within potential for skilled, motivated construction professionals. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees work-life balance with a competitive compensation package including:
- Top wages
- Benefit coverage for you and your dependents
- Employer RRSP contributions (no match required)
- Employee Share Ownership
- Vacation and Sick/FR days
We currently have an opening in Mississauga, ON for a:
GIS / CAD / Reality Capture Specialist
We are seeking a GIS / CAD / Reality Capture Specialist to join our team at a leading general contracting firm. In this role, you will support construction projects from design through as-built documentation, integrating geospatial data, Civil 3D, and reality capture workflows to help deliver projects on time and accurately. You will manage geodatabases, process point clouds and UAV/drone data, and integrate GIS with CAD and BIM models to provide actionable information for construction planning and field teams.
How will you contribute to the team?
To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Develop and maintain geodatabases, including feature classes, attribute schemas, and asset classifications, tailored for construction projects.
- Import, export, and integrate Civil 3D and survey data into GIS for construction and design coordination.
- Process photogrammetry and LiDAR point clouds to create surfaces, topography, and extract features for project use.
- Support as-built verification, site documentation, and construction progress monitoring using geospatial data.
- Collaborate with BIM/VDC coordinators, engineers, and survey teams to integrate GIS, CAD, and BIM models for construction workflows.
- Prepare maps, datasets, and visualizations to support field operations, project management, and subcontractors.
- Ensure data integrity, coordinate system consistency, and adherence to company GIS standards throughout construction projects.
Education and Experience:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering, Surveying, or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in GIS/CAD integration, ideally within construction or civil engineering projects.
- Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro / ArcMap / ArcGIS Online and AutoCAD / Civil 3D.
- Experience with geodatabase schema design, feature classes, subtypes, and domains.
- Experience with reality capture: UAV/drone mapping, photogrammetry, LiDAR, or point cloud processing.
- Familiarity with BIM workflows (Revit, Navisworks, InfraWorks) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Working Conditions:
Office and site-based position. When on site, personal protective equipment (i.e. hard hat, safety boots) required at all times.
Think you're the right fit?
Apply today! Check in regularly for new opportunities on our website or stay up to date by following our social media platforms: LinkedIn , Instagram .
Kenaidan is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodation for applicants upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies, employment services or head hunters that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Any resume or other information received from an agency not approved by Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. to provide resumes to this or any other job posting will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered. Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. will not pay any referral, placement or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.
We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a full time position
About Kenaidan Contracting Ltd
A recognized leader in the industry, Kenaidan provides general contracting, design build, construction management and preconstruction services to all sectors of the business world. Founded in 1974 by Ken Smith (Left) and Aidan Flatley (Right) while attending university, work in the early days consisted of snow plowing, interior demolition, fencing and deck building. After graduating, Ken and Aidan decided to keep the company going despite having job offers to work in their fields of study. Growing from two employees to hundreds of employees, and our signature continues to be placed on a myriad of projects of different size and complexity.
GIS / CAD / Reality Capture Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
Who we are:
Kenaidan is an employee owned general contractor building heavy civil/structural concrete, water works and ICI projects and we're looking to build on our team. We offer exceptional opportunities including career development and training through our Kenaidan Centre for Learning and growth from within potential for skilled, motivated construction professionals. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees work-life balance with a competitive compensation package including:
- Top wages
- Benefit coverage for you and your dependents
- Employer RRSP contributions (no match required)
- Employee Share Ownership
- Vacation and Sick/FR days
We currently have an opening in Mississauga, ON for a:
GIS / CAD / Reality Capture Specialist
We are seeking a GIS / CAD / Reality Capture Specialist to join our team at a leading general contracting firm. In this role, you will support construction projects from design through as-built documentation, integrating geospatial data, Civil 3D, and reality capture workflows to help deliver projects on time and accurately. You will manage geodatabases, process point clouds and UAV/drone data, and integrate GIS with CAD and BIM models to provide actionable information for construction planning and field teams.
How will you contribute to the team?
To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Develop and maintain geodatabases, including feature classes, attribute schemas, and asset classifications, tailored for construction projects.
- Import, export, and integrate Civil 3D and survey data into GIS for construction and design coordination.
- Process photogrammetry and LiDAR point clouds to create surfaces, topography, and extract features for project use.
- Support as-built verification, site documentation, and construction progress monitoring using geospatial data.
- Collaborate with BIM/VDC coordinators, engineers, and survey teams to integrate GIS, CAD, and BIM models for construction workflows.
- Prepare maps, datasets, and visualizations to support field operations, project management, and subcontractors.
- Ensure data integrity, coordinate system consistency, and adherence to company GIS standards throughout construction projects.
Education and Experience:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering, Surveying, or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in GIS/CAD integration, ideally within construction or civil engineering projects.
- Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro / ArcMap / ArcGIS Online and AutoCAD / Civil 3D.
- Experience with geodatabase schema design, feature classes, subtypes, and domains.
- Experience with reality capture: UAV/drone mapping, photogrammetry, LiDAR, or point cloud processing.
- Familiarity with BIM workflows (Revit, Navisworks, InfraWorks) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Working Conditions:
Office and site-based position. When on site, personal protective equipment (i.e. hard hat, safety boots) required at all times.
Think you're the right fit?
Apply today! Check in regularly for new opportunities on our website or stay up to date by following our social media platforms: LinkedIn , Instagram .
Kenaidan is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing diversity and accommodation for applicants upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies, employment services or head hunters that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Any resume or other information received from an agency not approved by Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. to provide resumes to this or any other job posting will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered. Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. will not pay any referral, placement or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.
We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a full time position
About Kenaidan Contracting Ltd
A recognized leader in the industry, Kenaidan provides general contracting, design build, construction management and preconstruction services to all sectors of the business world. Founded in 1974 by Ken Smith (Left) and Aidan Flatley (Right) while attending university, work in the early days consisted of snow plowing, interior demolition, fencing and deck building. After graduating, Ken and Aidan decided to keep the company going despite having job offers to work in their fields of study. Growing from two employees to hundreds of employees, and our signature continues to be placed on a myriad of projects of different size and complexity.