Senior CAD Technician/Specialist

True Environmental

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of CAD drafting experience in land surveying or civil design.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required); familiarity with MicroStation.
  • Demonstrated experience with New York City and State agency projects (MTA, DDC, DEP, DOT, Parks).
  • Strong understanding of survey data processing, coordinate systems, and geospatial references.
  • Fit for work testing, including Drug & Alcohol testing, will be required.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and produce various survey drawings, including topographic and utility surveys, adhering to agency standards.
  • Process field data to create accurate base maps and digital terrain models (DTMs).
  • Ensure CAD deliverables comply with NYC agency CAD standards and conventions.
  • Collaborate effectively with field crews, project managers, and engineers to maintain data integrity.
  • Prepare record maps, easement maps, as-built drawings, and legal description exhibits.
  • Organize and manage CAD files and survey data across multiple projects.
  • Support proposal efforts and maintain documentation and CAD templates for QA/QC purposes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-profile projects for major public agencies in NYC.
  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Focus on professional development through exposure to complex survey workflows.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior CAD Technician/Specialist to support our Land Survey group in preparing high-quality survey deliverables for New York City and State agency projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and or MicroStation, solid understanding of survey workflows, and hands-on experience working on projects for MTA, DDC, DEP, DOT, Parks, and other public agencies.

What you'll do

  • Draft and produce survey drawings including topographic, boundary, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, and utility surveys in compliance with agency standards.
  • Process field data and generate accurate base maps and digital terrain models (DTMs).
  • Ensure CAD deliverables meet NYC agency CAD standards, coordinate systems, and layer naming conventions.
  • Collaborate with field crews, project managers, and engineers to maintain data consistency and resolve discrepancies.
  • Prepare record maps, easement maps, as-built drawings, and legal description exhibits.
  • Organize and manage CAD files and survey data efficiently across multiple projects.
  • Support proposal and QA/QC efforts by maintaining documentation and CAD templates.


Minimum Qualifications

  • 5+ years of CAD drafting experience in land surveying or civil design.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required); familiarity with MicroStation.
  • Demonstrated experience with New York City and State agency projects (MTA, DDC, DEP, DOT, Parks, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of survey data processing, coordinate systems, and geospatial references.
  • This role will require the successful completion of fit for work testing which includes Drug & Alcohol testing


Preferred Qualification

  • Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Associate degree or higher in Surveying, Civil Technology, or related field preferred.


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