CAD Project Specialist

University of Southern California•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$30 - $33

About The Position

The University of Southern California’s Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) department is seeking a CAD Project Specialist to support coordination and maintenance of CAD activities and ensure accurate, current documentation of the University’s building portfolio. The role includes field verification of campus facilities, measuring and validating interior spaces, updating digital floorplans and maps, and leading student assistants who conduct field surveys and revise drawings. The specialist maintains CAD files and related space data systems and supports limited integration with BIM, GIS, and facilities management platforms, including Revit, ArcGIS, and Archibus. The position contributes to CAD standards, data management procedures, and documentation workflows supporting Facilities Management and Design & Construction operations. It also provides technical and project support, quality control, reporting, data management, staff guidance, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Other duties may be assigned or requested, and USC reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Drafting & Design Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible CAD drafting experience.
Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in CAD drafting and drawing management, preferably in facilities management, design, construction, or institutional environments.
Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD for production drafting and updating building floorplans and construction documents.
Working knowledge of Revit (BIM) for basic model navigation and limited 3D coordination.
Familiarity with ArcGIS for viewing and supporting spatial data integration.
Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, and site drawings and translate field-verified information into accurate digital documentation.
Strong understanding of drafting standards, file organization, and version control.
Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate, reliable facilities data; understanding of data quality and commitment to accuracy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to work in a service-oriented, team-based environment.
Excellent organizational skills.
Valid California driver’s license and a minimum of two years of driving experience; participation in the DMV Pull Notice System and provision of a DMV record as a final condition of employment.
Directly related project or administrative experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience using facilities-related systems such as Archibus, Meridian, and e-Builder, or comparable platforms.
Experience in facilities management, design, construction, or institutional environments.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain electronic databases and records for reporting; enter or verify database transactions and provide technical support and design enhancements.
Organize, maintain, and quality-control CAD drawings, space data, and related digital files; manage file structure, version control, archival practices, and drafting/documentation standards.
Support document management processes in Meridian to maintain accurate and accessible record drawings.
Coordinate Facilities Management CAD activities across units and projects, including updating floorplans following field verification and renovation changes.
Prepare and revise drawings for space planning, capital projects, and facilities operations; collaborate with stakeholders to deliver accurate documentation on time.
Support CAD-related hardware and software systems and the use of Revit, ArcGIS, and Archibus; help maintain consistency and data alignment across CAD, BIM, GIS, and facilities management platforms.
Assist with administration and coordination of research and administrative projects, quality control, project goals and strategies, planning, scheduling, implementation, and project documentation.
Plan data collection; recommend data acquisition, management, quality-control, and statistical analysis methods; generate and interpret graphs, charts, and tables; prepare reports and other materials.
Create status reports on project plans, progress, and results; coordinate publication production and dissemination to meet deadlines.
Research, gather, organize, summarize, and analyze data for reports and activities; present results and recommend how findings should be presented.
Assist in developing and updating department or project policies and procedures and coordinating their implementation; document processes and develop forms, flow charts, and system requirements.
Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to staff, student workers, volunteers, or graduate assistants; lead project activities, train personnel, and assess trainee readiness or proficiency.
Evaluate project direction, schedules, and activities; recommend and implement modifications as needed to achieve project goals and objectives.
Conduct quality assurance reviews, instruct project personnel on quality-assurance procedures, monitor problem areas, report recommendations, and address issues.
Interface with faculty, staff, and external contacts; resolve questions or problems referred by project staff or administrators.
Participate in developing and administering project or department budgets; provide data and projections, authorize expenditures within established limits, monitor budget activity, analyze variances, and produce interim financial reports.
Arrange and attend meetings, seminars, symposia, and other project-related events; make presentations as needed and maintain a network of professional contacts.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.