Survey CAD Technician

Job Description

Job Description

McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.

Position Overview

The Survey Technician partners with the Professional Land Surveyor on a diverse range of responsibilities to ensure the successful execution of land survey projects. The role requires the preparation of comprehensive survey documents, including detailed maps, plats, and precise boundary descriptions, utilizing industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Carlson Survey, and Civil 3D, alongside Microsoft Office Suite. The technician will maintain meticulous records of survey data and field notes, ensuring project documentation is organized and accessible. Additionally, the role involves assisting with the preparation of daily field packages and managing field work schedules to optimize team efficiency. The Survey Technician II works closely with the manager when completing assigned tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of survey documents per applicable state and local municipality standards (i.e. ALTA / NSPS Land Title Survey, Existing Conditions, topographic, plats, etc.) and obtain basic information from these maps upon request
• Independently writes legal descriptions for survey documents
• Performs land records research and has knowledge of different governmental offices and the records they maintain
• Compiles deeds and plats into a deed sketch
• Assist with staking computations, and possess a general knowledge of construction staking principles and stake markings
• Assist in preparation of field crew packages and point maps
• Responsible for escalating potential hazards and unsafe working conditions
• Maintains good client relations to foster and perpetuate a long-term relationship
• Represents McAdams in the field with professional image through proper conduct and presentable appearance
• Follow guidelines and company standards set forth by the Geomatics department
• Aids in maintaining a safe and respectful work environment by following company policies and procedures

Skills + Experience

Work Environment + Physical Demands

McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.

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