Survey CAD Technician II - Charleston, SC

Overview

Assist in preparing survey CAD drawings, computations, and deliverables for land development projects.

Key Responsibilities

• survey computations
• record plats
• stakeout planning
• electronic drawings
• alta surveys
• land development

Tasks

-Perform work under moderate supervision. Receive direction on moderately complex assignments, tasks, and execution. Work is frequently reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles. Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance. -Gain a thorough knowledge of ALTA Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, residential and commercial construction stakeout procedures, and practices. -Perform a variety of complex computations for traverse, record plats, boundary surveys, construction stakeouts, horizontal control, etc. -Check record plats for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting for review. -Work closely with more senior staff members to learn and assist in design work. -Perform horizontal computations for boundary surveys and analyses of field location and record information to determine property lines. -Draft final house location surveys from survey crew field notes and personal field measurements of building improvements. -Compute horizontal positions of planned buildings, streets, curbs, etc. for stakeouts. -Submit plots to county for review. -Under supervision, convert all applicable information into electronically generated drawings and project documents with accuracy, neatness, and speed. -May complete land development related surveys as well as boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, construction layout, and subdivision layout (traditional land development work).

Requirements

• revit
• bentley
• surveying
• 3+ years
• high school
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients. -Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction. -Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business. -Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). -Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents. -Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. -Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours. -Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude. -Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures. -Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds. -High school diploma or GED required, associate's degree in survey, geography, architecture or civil engineering preferred. Commensurate relevant experience considered. -Three or more (3+) years of survey and/or CAD experience in the land development/land survey industry. -Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder. -Knowledge of basic design concepts and technical calculations. -Effective verbal and written communication skills. -Surveyor-In-Training certificate preferred. -Strong work ethic and commitment to quality. -Demonstrated proficiency in land surveying and/or surface modeling software such as Carlson, Bentley Inroads/Geopak, Revit, or similar civil engineering design software. -Data analysis and interpretation skills. -Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds. -Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

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Benefits

-Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives -Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts -Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays -401(k) retirement savings plan with company match -Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance -Tuition reimbursement and professional development support -Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic. -Mobility around an office environment. -Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

About Bowman Consulting

-Founded with a vision to provide expert consulting and engineering solutions for infrastructure projects. -Delivers a wide array of services including civil engineering, environmental, and land development. -Works across diverse sectors such as energy, transportation, and residential developments. -Specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, often involving complex regulatory and design challenges. -Has a strong history of serving both public and private sector clients, with a focus on sustainable growth. -Notable for their ability to adapt and innovate in rapidly evolving industries like renewable energy. -Known for their collaborative approach, ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently and with precision.

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