Survey CAD Technician

McKim and Creed•Charlottesville, VA

About The Position

McKim & Creed is hiring a Survey CAD Technician for its Charlottesville, Virginia team. The role produces maps and drawings in coordination with the PLS Survey Manager and project team, supporting quality, project budgets, and schedules. The technician processes survey data, uses multiple software platforms to create technical deliverables, communicates with project teams, verifies work for accuracy and clarity, and manages CAD drawing files and archives. The position may occasionally require fieldwork involving observation of sitework.

Requirements

2–8+ years of drafting experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey computation processing, Trimble Business Center, data processing, GPS, boundary surveys, ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys, topographic surveys, utility route surveys, and construction staking.
Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to balance multiple work assignments across multiple projects.
Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
Strong organizational and technical skills, with process-oriented thinking.
Excellent communication skills and ability to take and understand directives.
Ability to complete work consistently, with moderate flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.
Valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record as determined by McKim & Creed.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Motivation to learn and develop a career path.
Alignment with McKim & Creed’s core values and culture.
Sound functional and technical skills for the role.

Responsibilities

Produce maps and drawings in coordination with the PLS Survey Manager and team.
Coordinate map and drawing production to ensure details are covered, quality standards are met, and budgets and schedules are maintained.
Download and upload field data.
Create maps and drawings using various software platforms.
Communicate with the project team and coordinate with people outside the project team as needed for project development.
Verify work for accuracy, thoroughness, and clarity before submission.
Meet project deadlines, align work with budgets, remain responsive to clients, and ensure appropriate communication with the project team.
Manage CAD drawing files for production, deliverables, and archiving.
Prepare drawings for members of the project team.
Perform other assigned technical and non-technical duties.
Occasionally perform fieldwork, including observation of sitework.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); employees are owners and benefit from company profits.
Competitive pay.
Paid holidays.
Bereavement leave.
Parental, medical, and military leave.
Multiple office locations.
Growth opportunities, mentoring, and training.
Tuition reimbursement.
Early career professional program.
Online courses.
Collaborative and supportive team.