Survey CAD Technician II - Charleston, SC

Overview

Create survey CAD drawings, perform calculations, and support land development projects.

Key Responsibilities

• survey drafting
• horizontal computation
• complex computations
• electronic drawing
• plot submission
• record plat review

Tasks

-Draft final house location surveys from survey crew field notes and personal field measurements of building improvements. -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. -Check record plats for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting for review. -Compute horizontal positions of planned buildings, streets, curbs, etc. for stakeouts. -Under supervision, convert all applicable information into electronically generated drawings and project documents with accuracy, neatness, and speed. -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. -Perform horizontal computations for boundary surveys and analyses of field location and record information to determine property lines. -Submit plots to county for review. -Work closely with more senior staff members to learn and assist in design work. -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

• surveyor-in-training
• 3+ years
• cad
• revit
• problem solving
• communication

What You Bring

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

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Benefits

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

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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