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CAD Manager Salaries in Calgary, AB

• What is the average CAD Manager salary for Calgary, AB?
  How much does a CAD Manager in Calgary, AB make? The median annual CAD Manager salary in Calgary, AB is C$166,284, as of July 27, 2026, with a range usually between C$145,351-C$192,215 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title CAD Manager may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title CAD Manager in Calgary, AB.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of CAD Manager in Calgary, AB that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of CAD Manager in Calgary, AB are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of July 27, 2026

• Job Description for CAD Manager
  Manages a team of computer-aided design (CAD) drafters, designers, and/or technicians. Establishes departmental standards for software, techniques, and tools to prepare technical drawings. Utilizes CAD tools to facilitate benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, and testing protocols. Establishes deadlines, develops goals, and determines production standards for the department. Coordinates with engineers, designers, and/or CAD drafters to ensure stakeholder satisfaction with projects. Evaluates project results to design, develop, and implement guidelines and procedures to improve efficiencies. Recommends potential new uses for CAD within the organization. Uses knowledge of the field to keep the department's software, techniques, and tools up to date. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. View full job description

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