CAD Technician/Party Chief II
About the role
Bowman has an opportunity for a CAD Technician/Party Chief II to join our team in Etna, NH.
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily field survey activities, assigning tasks to crew members and ensuring work is completed safely and accurately.
Serve as the primary liaison between field crews, project managers, and office staff.
Maintain and care for survey instruments, vehicles, and field equipment.
Conduct topographic, boundary, construction staking, and other land surveys using GPS, robotic total stations, and conventional survey equipment.
Verify accuracy of collected field data, identifying and resolving discrepancies on site.
Follow all safety protocols, maintain daily logs, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company requirements.
Import, process, and adjust field survey data using appropriate software.
Produce clear, accurate CAD drawings, base maps, and survey plats in compliance with project specifications and company standards.
Cross-check and verify survey data with existing records and design requirements.
Deliver work within established timelines and quality standards.
Collaborate with engineers, planners, and project managers to ensure survey deliverables meet project needs.
Assist in mentoring junior staff in both field and CAD processes.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certificate in surveying, drafting, or related field preferred.
3+ years of combined field surveying and CAD drafting experience.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey data collection/processing software.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
OSHA 10/30, CPR, and First Aid certifications preferred.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.