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Sr. CADD Technician

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Gft

Leading architecture, engineering and construction firm delivering transportation, water, power & buildings solutions.

Senior CADD Technician designing bridge/transportation projects using MicroStation, BIM.
10 days ago ago
$70,000 - $100,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Enterprise AI
Data Transformation
Platform Modernization
Cloud Migration
Digital Banking
Fintech Solutions
AI‑Driven Customer Service
High‑Performance Computing
Sector Specialisms
Banking
Insurance
Manufacturing
Retail Banking
Capital Markets
Asset Management
Virtual Banking
Insurance Life Health
Role

Description

bim management
microstation cad
detail drafting
qa/qc
software updates
construction docs
  • Act as BIM manager role for various projects, and assist and maintain the BIM Execution Plan.
  • Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams including roadway, drainage, survey and geotechnical.
  • Operates computer-aided design (Microstation) system and peripheral equipment.
  • Evaluate and support the provisioning of new software product releases, software licensing, and maintenance updates.
  • Develops details, geometry, elevations, reinforcement detailing, quantity take offs, etc.
  • Participates in QA/QC processes and resolving redlines to meet project deadlines.
  • Assist in the education and development of design staff and act as resource for CADD related questions.
  • Follows company standard Microstation procedures for layering and standard drawing procedures for sheet layout. Suggest improvements to standard procedures.
  • Produce detailed CAD drawings and construction documents for structural designs including retaining walls, culverts, and bridges.
  • Assess the requirements of a project, break a project into tasks, and work with a Project Manager to determine scope of work, budget and staffing.
  • Analyze incoming material and develop drafting methods for most efficient production.
  • Works from sketches, notes, and other input material to produce computer generated graphs, charts, overlays, and completed drawings.
  • Confers with engineering and design staff to determine design modifications and ensures plan updates are completed accurately.
  • Maintains Quality control and assurance CADD documents per company or client requirements.
  • Calculates figures to convert design dimensions to resizing dimensions specified for subsequent production processes.
  • Provide technical drafting and design support for structural bridge projects in compliance with appropriate standards.
  • Collaborates closely with structural engineers to translate engineering calculations and specifications into construction documents.

Requirements

projectwise
cadd
open roads
conceptstation
openbridge
associate degree
  • Ability to manage a team and assess, manage and delegate work tasks to complete project on schedule and underbudget.
  • Experience managing ProjectWise datasources and workspace integration.
  • Minimum of 8 years of professional CADD experience
  • Strong understanding of bridge components, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
  • Open Roads Designer experience.
  • Experience with developing exhibits and renderings using ConceptStation
  • Proficient with OpenBridge Designer Experience.
  • Experience in IDOT/Tollway bridge plan production and Freight RR experience.
  • Experience managing workspaces for Tollway and IDOT project.
  • Preferred to have Open Roads Designer experience.
  • Associate's Degree or two-year degree is required

Benefits

  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
  • Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

Training + Development

Information not given or found
Company

Overview

Top 500 Design Firm
Ranked in ENR's Top 500
Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.
130+ Offices
National Presence
Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.
  • Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
  • Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
  • Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
  • Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
  • An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Culture + Values

  • Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
  • Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
  • Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
  • Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
  • Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”

Environment + Sustainability

2025 Target
Climate Neutrality
Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.
50% Reduction
Emissions Target
Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.
10% Drop
Emissions Fall
Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.
Rating B
Climate Performance
Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.
  • Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
  • Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
  • Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
  • Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

77 Graduates Expanded
WomenTech Mentoring Programme
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.
3 Editions in 2022
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.
77 Graduates
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.
  • Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
  • Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.
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Sr. CADD Technician at Gft in Chicago, IL