CAD Project Specialist

About the role

The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking a CAD Project Specialist to join its team. FPM is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is dedicated to creating a safe environment for the USC community.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination and maintenance of CAD activities for Facilities Management Services (FMS) to ensure accurate and current documentation of the University’s building portfolio.
• Perform field verification of campus facilities as part of a team, measuring and validating interior spaces and updating digital floorplans and maps to reflect existing conditions.
• Lead and guide student assistants in conducting field surveys and revising drawings.
• Maintain and manage CAD files and related space data systems, while supporting limited integration with BIM and GIS platforms (e.g., Revit and ArcGIS) and facilities management systems to ensure consistent, reliable space and building information.
• Contribute to the development and adherence to CAD standards, data management procedures, and documentation workflows in support of Facilities Management and Design & Construction operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Drafting & Design Technology, or 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 of 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.
• Experience using facilities-related systems such as Archibus (space management), Meridian (document management), and e-Builder (project documentation) or comparable platforms is preferred.
• 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.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate and reliable facilities data.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a service-oriented, team-based environment.
• Ability to understand data quality and have a deep commitment to ensuring data is accurate and reliable.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Valid CA driver's license required with a minimum of 2 years’ driving experience.