Survey CAD Technician

Donovan-Hill Group•Pensacola, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Donovan-Hill Group (DHG) is seeking an experienced and motivated Survey CAD Technician to join our growing Geomatics team in Pensacola, Florida. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects including transportation, municipal infrastructure, utilities, commercial development, federal facilities, coastal engineering, and large-scale land development throughout the Gulf Coast Region. The Survey CAD Technician is responsible for transforming field-collected survey data into accurate, high-quality mapping and design deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other geospatial software. Working closely with Professional Surveyors, project managers, field crews, UAV pilots, and LiDAR specialists, this position plays a critical role in delivering precise survey products that support engineering design, permitting, construction, and land development projects. At DHG, we embrace innovation and continually invest in advanced surveying technologies including UAV mapping, terrestrial laser scanning, GNSS, hydrographic surveying, and modern data processing workflows. We are committed to professional development and provide opportunities for technical training, cross-discipline collaboration, and long-term career advancement within a team-oriented environment.

Requirements

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D with demonstrated experience preparing survey deliverables from project inception through final production.
Working knowledge of boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, construction, and utility surveying principles.
Experience processing conventional survey, GNSS, LiDAR, UAV, terrestrial laser scanning, or hydrographic survey data.
Ability to interpret deeds, plats, legal descriptions, easements, right-of-way maps, construction plans, and survey records.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, meet project deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work while maintaining a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Willingness to pursue continuing education, professional certifications, and training in emerging surveying and geospatial technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience preparing legal descriptions and accompanying exhibits is preferred.
Familiarity with Trimble Business Center, LP360, and similar geospatial software is desirable.
Previous field survey experience and an understanding of survey equipment, data collection methods, and field procedures are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, route, construction, utility, hydrographic, and as-built survey drawings utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Process conventional survey, GNSS, UAV, terrestrial laser scanning, and hydrographic survey data into accurate digital mapping products.
Develop digital terrain models (DTMs), surface models, contours, profiles, cross sections, and other survey deliverables required for engineering design and construction.
Perform research of deeds, plats, easements, rights-of-way, survey records, control information, and other public records necessary for project completion.
Prepare legal descriptions, easement exhibits, sketches, and supporting survey documentation under the direction of a Professional Surveyor.
Collaborate daily with field personnel to review field data, resolve discrepancies, improve field-to-office communication, and maintain efficient project workflows.
Participate in periodic field assignments to maintain familiarity with survey equipment, field procedures, and data collection methodologies.
Assist with processing and quality control of UAV imagery, LiDAR point clouds, terrestrial laser scans, and emerging geospatial technologies.
Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews to ensure survey deliverables meet company standards, client requirements, and applicable surveying standards.
Maintain organized electronic project files, documentation, and data management systems in accordance with DHG procedures.
Effectively manage multiple projects while meeting established schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by assisting in the development and maintenance of CAD standards, templates, feature coding libraries, and drafting procedures.

Benefits

Group Health Insurance : BCBS of AL
Dental and Vision Insurance : Florida Combined Life & Blue Vision (Davis)
HRA : Pre-tax savings account for Health expenses with generous employer contributions.
FSA : Pre-tax savings account for Health, Dental, Vision, or Over the Counter Medical Items
Employer paid Life and AD&D, STD & LTD : USAble Life
Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance : USAble Life
Employer paid Teladoc services : Talk to a Board-Certified Doctor 24/7 with no co-pay or fee
Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer, & Hospital Choice : Aflac-Work with amazing Aflac reps that help employees file claims
401(k) : DHG matches 100% of the employees' contribution up to 4%
Paid Time Off (PTO) : 17.87 days your first year. Increases with tenure.
8 paid Holidays
Flexible and Family First Workplace
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Opportunities
Corporate Fitness & Wellness Program : Up to $45 gym membership reimbursement & Track your Miles award program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Lucet offers services and resources i.e. Counseling, Legal & Financial, Work/Life and Coaching.
FUN at WORK : DHG is always putting on different employee engagement events throughout the year like DHG night at the Pensacola Blue Wahoos games and Pensacola Ice Flyers games, Mardi Gras Potluck, Escape Rooms, Company Beach Party, Crock Pot Cook-Off, Company Christmas Party and we can't forget the Kid's Christmas Party (Santa & the Grinch may make a visit each year!).
Employee Appreciation & Recognition Program : Celebrate anniversaries and national employee group days
Support local non-profits : Host fundraising events throughout the year as well as donation drives