Senior CAD Technician

Overview

Senior CAD Technician performs surveying, CAD, and office leadership duties

Key Responsibilities

• data analysis
• survey tech
• cad oversight
• cost estimating
• staff supervision
• client relations

Tasks

-Performs records research and drafting as well as technical report writing and review -Drive a passenger vehicle -Works with field coordinator to maintain log of calibration records for survey equipment -Maintaining quality of data in the office; independently perform accurate simple calculation as needed to complete surveys -Prepares cost estimates and assists with proposals -Follow prescribed safety practices for Land Surveying -Completing analysis of data reduction, computations, and mapping -Lead office staff to achieve client & project objectives -Build client relationships -Supervises, trains, mentors, and coaches jr. office and field staff -Daily coordination with department manager, field coordinator, project managers and other office staff to meet and understand the goals, challenges, schedule, budget, and expectations of a project -Coordinates work schedules and assignments for office staff -Wear personal protective safety gear -Operates advanced survey technology including GPS, Robotic Total Stations, digital and differential levels, UAV, high-definition scanners, and data collections devices -Sit for extended periods of time -Oversees preparation of CAD documents developed by other technical staff ensuring document quality, consistency, and production efficiency

Requirements

• autocad
• trimble
• carlson
• 10+ years
• lsit
• pls

What You Bring

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior CAD Technician opening in our Charlotte, NC or Rock Hill, SC office. As a Senior CAD Technician for LaBella, you will perform survey work relating to topographic and boundary surveying, construction staking, structure monitoring, and other surveying applications in support of land surveying. civil engineering, architectural, and environmental projects. You will be working under the direction of a Licensed Professional Surveyor. -Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, and Inroads software is a plus -Minimum ten years' experience with a multitude of CAD platforms -Experience as a Survey Crew Chief with the ability to become a licensed Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) and obtain future licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) a plus. -Proficiency with the Trimble family of surveying equipment is a plus -Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment and independently -Maintain a current driver's license in good standing and able to operate company owned vehicles -Continually advance knowledge with upgrades in technology, equipment, and software -Ability to interpret design and construction plans -Move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces -Use a computer and keyboard -Willingness to work overtime as needed -Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communications skills

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Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. -Profit Sharing -Tuition Reimbursement -Wellness Program -Flexible Work Schedule -Fitness Reimbursement -Short & Long Term Disability -Health/Dental Insurance -401k Plan with Employer Match -Team Building Events -Community Service Events -Referral Bonus Program -Leadership Development Program -Paid Time Off

About Labella Associates

-Began as a civil engineering shop in Rochester, NY and has grown into a full‑service design professional corporation. -Expanded across North America and Europe—serving Spain, the UK, Romania, Germany, India and more—while maintaining focus on public and private sector projects. -Remains strongly connected to civil engineering projects such as water treatment plants, highways, stormwater systems, and public facilities. -Provides expertise spanning architecture, MEP, landscape architecture, wetlands ecology, structural engineering, transportation, and grant administration. -Balances technical rigor with civic impact through projects like trails, parks, athletic fields, utility systems, renewable energy, and large‑scale municipal infrastructure. -Adopts a collaborative, comprehensive approach managing planning, design, permitting, inspection, and commissioning.

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