Senior Survey CAD Technician
About the role
Supports office and field staff by processing incoming information and producing final land surveying project deliverables.
Reports to the Project Manager and performs technical tasks utilizing the latest technology in the A/E/C industry.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure project requirements are met in the office & the field
- Process field data and perform initial CAD work on land survey deliverables
- Quality control assistance of client specific deliverables
- Maintain field crew production and quality assurance
- Train field / office staff in best practices & standards
- Provide field support for the land survey staff as needed
- Perform initial QC of field deliverables according to standards & best practices
- Perform QC checks on-site to verify the quality of work
- Daily processing of data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, & ensuring compliance to applicable regulations, professional, & industry standards related to boundary calculations, legal descriptions, etc.
- Prepare land survey plats and drawings, legal descriptions & alignment drawings
- Provide technical office support (brief & de-brief) for field crews
- Ensure schedules & productivity objectives for preparation of land survey plats & drawings are met
Requirements
Strong computer and technical skills; Auto CAD, MicroStation, Revit or similar application is a plus
Proficiency in technical math; Geometry and Trigonometry are a plus
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years of experience in land surveying or related field
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Skills
AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit or similar application
Geometry and Trigonometry
Benefits
Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
Pay
Negotiable based on experience and qualifications
Schedule
Full-time position