Survey CAD Technician III

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

About the role

Work with management to prepare and finalize project deliverables and contract documents in accordance with company standards, municipal/jurisdictional requirements, survey standards, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Direction
  • Perform work under limited supervision. Receive direction on complex assignments with general guidance on execution.
  • Work is generally reviewed by more senior staff to ensure the application of sound techniques and principles.
  • Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
  • Serve as a lead/resource among a team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship.
  • May occasionally assist in delegation of assignments or provide feedback to managers.
• Operational and Company Level
  • Interact professionally with internal and external clients.
  • Prepare working drawings from ALTA surveys for final approval and submission.
  • Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to start and complete projects with limited supervision.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Convert all applicable data into electronically generated drawings and project documents with accuracy, neatness, and speed.
  • Perform horizontal and vertical computations for boundary surveys and analyses of field location and record information.
  • Read and understand client requests, municipal/jurisdictional standards and specifications, and other project-related documents to ensure adherence.
  • Draft final house location surveys from survey crew field notes and personal field measurements of building improvements.
  • Compute horizontal and vertical positions of planned buildings, streets, curbs, etc. for stakeouts.
  • Compile and complete/check record plats for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting for review.
  • Submit plots to various municipal/jurisdictional agencies for review.
  • Apply knowledge of ALTA Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, residential and commercial construction stakeout procedures and practices.
  • Perform a variety of complex computations for traverse, record plats, boundary surveys, construction stakeouts, horizontal control, etc.
  • Conduct research using Google Earth and data from other agencies.
  • Complete land development-related surveys including boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, construction layout, and subdivision layout.
• Success Metrics and Competencies
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
  • Effective communication with all levels of the organization and external partners.
  • Highly motivated with a problem-solving attitude.
  • Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
  • Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
  • Desire to seek professional growth and advancement within the company.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
  • Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in survey, geography, architecture, or civil engineering preferred. Commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Five or more (5+) years of relevant survey and/or CAD experience in the land development/land survey industry.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in land surveying and/or surface modeling software such as Carlson, Bentley Inroads/Geopak, Revit, or similar civil engineering design software.
• Experience with Laser Scanning processing, registration, and extraction.
• Knowledge of Point Cloud processing tools including TBC (Trimble Business Center), Cyclone, and CloudWorx.
• Surveyor-in-Training certificate preferred.
• Relevant survey licensure a plus.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level.

Pay

Salary range: $30.00/hr - $40.00/hr.

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.
• Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Schedule

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment; may risk exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• May occasionally involve outdoor work environment with possible exposure to outside weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site including walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Primarily local travel during the business day; some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.