Senior CAD Technician
Labella Associates
Multidisciplinary firm offering engineering, architecture, environmental and infrastructure services from planning through delivery.
Lead CAD and survey operations, overseeing data, staff, and field coordination.
14 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Latham, NY
Field
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Construction Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Energy
Infrastructure
Environmental
Land Development
Healthcare Facilities
Oil & Gas
Gas Distribution
Role
Description
cad review
data analysis
survey ops
cost estimating
staff supervision
client relations
- Oversees preparation of CAD documents developed by other technical staff ensuring document quality, consistency, and production efficiency
- Completing analysis of data reduction, computations, and mapping
- Supervises, trains, mentors, and coaches jr. office and field staff
- Prepares cost estimates and assists with proposals
- Coordinates work schedules and assignments for office staff
- Build client relationships
- 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
- Sit for extended periods of time
- Lead office staff to achieve client & project objectives
- Operates advanced survey technology including GPS, Robotic Total Stations, digital and differential levels, UAV, high-definition scanners, and data collections devices
- Follow prescribed safety practices for Land Surveying
- Maintaining quality of data in the office; independently perform accurate simple calculation as needed to complete surveys
- Performs records research and drafting as well as technical report writing and review
- Works with field coordinator to maintain log of calibration records for survey equipment
- Drive a passenger vehicle
- Wear personal protective safety gear
Requirements
self-motivated
communication
autocad
civil 3d
trimble
10+ years
- Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment and independently
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, and Inroads software is a plus
- Maintain a current driver's license in good standing and able to operate company owned vehicles
- Ability to interpret design and construction plans
- Proficiency with the Trimble family of surveying equipment is a plus
- Continually advance knowledge with upgrades in technology, equipment, and software
- 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
- Move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
- Minimum ten years' experience with a multitude of CAD platforms
- Use a computer and keyboard
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
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.
- Team Building Events
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Wellness Program
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Leadership Development Program
- Paid Time Off
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Profit Sharing
- Health/Dental Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Community Service Events
- Flexible Work Schedule
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1978
Year Established
Originated as a civil engineering firm in Rochester, NY.
$750M Revenue
Annual Revenue
Generates substantial income to manage large-scale projects in infrastructure, buildings, and energy.
20K Acres & 300 Miles
Wetland Studies
Conducted extensive studies across vast areas of wetlands and waterways in five years.
Over 30 Species
Endangered Species
Worked with numerous threatened or endangered species during field studies.
- 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.
Culture + Values
80% employees
Work-life balance support
Over 80% of employees feel supported in achieving work-life balance.
25% annual growth
Company growth rate
The company has experienced 25% annual growth over the past decade.
80% ownership
Employee ownership opportunity
80% of employees have the opportunity to become shareholders of the company.
Since 2012
Continuous training
The company has provided comprehensive training programs since 2012.
- Award-winning culture (Great Place to Work certified, year after year)
- Competitive compensation including strong salaries, health/dental insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement
- Empowerment of talent: environment and opportunities that make the most of employees’ talents
Environment + Sustainability
September 2021
Sustainability Committee Founded
The Sustainable Design Committee was established in September 2021 to implement green practices and encourage green-building certifications.
- Goal to help every project incorporate sustainable-design best practices
- Energy & commissioning team with licensed engineers, certified energy managers, commissioning professionals and LEED-accredited staff
- Focus on finding net-zero energy solutions through audits, distributed/renewable generation, energy modeling, LEED certification, retro-commissioning
- Brownfield remediation with full-service environmental team, in-house lab, ASTM/USEPA-standard assessments
- Waste-diversion through material reuse, recycling, organic-waste diversion and financial-feasibility analyses
- Climate-resilience services including carbon sequestration, green infrastructure, flood risk management, shoreline stabilization
Inclusion & Diversity
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion with resources such as passionate mentors, engaged leaders, creative thinkers
- DEI integrated into offices, industries, and communities
- No specific gender-ratio or numeric goals disclosed on website or LinkedIn
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