Position Summary

The CAD Technician III is a role responsible for supporting surveying and engineering projects through advanced CAD production, field data processing, and coordination with survey crews. This position combines office-based drafting expertise with strong field knowledge to produce accurate survey deliverables, including topographic surveys, boundary plats, construction staking layouts, and as-built drawings. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in both survey operations and CAD workflows, ensuring high-quality, timely project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and analyze field data from survey crews to produce accurate CAD drawings and deliverables
• Prepare topographic surveys, boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, and subdivision plats
• Develop construction stakeout calculations, including points, offsets, and alignments
• Generate and maintain as-built survey drawings based on daily field updates
• Process Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) data and prepare corresponding exhibits
• Create boundary drawings using metes and bounds descriptions and perform property research ties
• Incorporate drone survey data into topographic mapping workflows
• Interpret engineering and construction plans to ensure accurate drafting and layout
• Coordinate with field crews, engineers, and project managers to ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Maintain organized project files and ensure adherence to company and client standards

Field & Technical Responsibilities

• Support and understand field operations including:
• Topographic, boundary, and construction surveys
• Route surveys (roadways, utilities, power lines)
• Wetland delineation and control/monumentation
• Perform courthouse and deed research as needed for boundary determination
• Apply knowledge of conventional and trigonometric leveling methods
• Assist in quality control of survey data and final deliverables

Software & Equipment Proficiency

• CAD & Processing Software:
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Carlson (Intellicad)
• Trimble Business Center
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• Adobe Acrobat
• Survey Equipment & Data Collectors:
• Trimble (R8, R10, TSC3)
• Leica Viva
• Topcon Hiper (Static & RTK)
• TDS (Recon, Ranger, Survey Pro)
• Robotic total stations and GPS systems

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in surveying and CAD production
• Strong background in both field surveying and office data processing
• Proven ability to manage complex survey datasets and produce accurate deliverables
• Advanced understanding of survey principles, boundary law basics, and construction layout
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy