Survey CAD Technician

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site gym and parking

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a skilled Survey CAD Technician in Cardiff to transform raw survey and laser scan data into precise 2D/3D deliverables for major infrastructure projects. The role demands hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and point clouds, with a focus on Scan-to-BIM workflows and data processing.

You will collaborate closely with civil engineers and project managers to ensure high-quality outputs while adhering to PAS 128 standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years demonstrable experience with AutoCAD and Revit in a Survey CAD, Geospatial, or Engineering Technician role.
• Experience processing point-cloud datasets (LiDAR, reality-capture).
• Familiarity with PAS 128 subsurface utility documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D CAD drawings and 3D Revit models from raw survey data and laser scans.
• Process, register and interpret point clouds and reality-capture data.
• Prepare and quality-check technical deliverables and support subsurface utility mapping.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Point clouds

PAS 128

Tools

Trimble Business Centre (TBC)

N4CE

Leica Cyclone

Trimble RealWorks

PIX4D

Job description

Survey CAD Technician (Revit / AutoCAD / Point Clouds)

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location: Cardiff, South Wales (CF37 5YL)

Job Type: Permanent full-time role (open to discussing flexible, reduced, or condensed hours for the right technical specialist).

Eligibility to live and work in the UK required (UK Work Authorisation Mandatory)

Are you a detail-driven Survey CAD Technician looking to advance your specialist skills in Scan-to-BIM, point clouds, and reality-capture technologies within a leading engineering specialist?

A Leading Specialist delivering complex engineering solutions across high-consequence UK environments is expanding its operations and seeking a highly skilled Survey CAD Technician to join their team based in Treforest, South Wales. This is a pivotal role offering the chance to transform complex topographical, reality-capture, and utility datasets into high-precision 2D/3D deliverables for major infrastructure, utility, and civil engineering projects nationwide.

The Opportunity:

You will play a vital role in transforming raw site surveys and laser scan data into high-quality models and technical drawings. Your day-to-day remit involves:

• Producing accurate 2D CAD drawings and 3D Revit models from raw survey, laser scanning, and engineering datasets.
• Processing, registering, and interpreting point clouds, LiDAR, reality-capture, and topographical survey data.
• Preparing and quality-checking technical deliverables, including support for subsurface utility mapping and PAS 128 standards.
• Collaborating closely with land surveyors, civil engineers, and project managers to streamline CAD processing workflows and deliver projects to strict quality standards.

Technical Essentials:

• Mandatory: Minimum 2 years demonstrable experience working with AutoCAD and Revit in a Survey CAD, Geospatial, or Engineering Technician capacity; proven experience working with point-cloud datasets.
• Compliance/Systems: Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit; working knowledge or familiarity with Trimble Business Centre (TBC), N4CE, Leica Cyclone, Trimble RealWorks, or PIX4D; familiarity with PAS 128 subsurface utility documentation standards.
• Experience: Practical background in survey data processing, Scan-to-BIM modeling, topographical surveys, or civil/infrastructure engineering deliverables.
• Mobility: Must be able to reliably commute to the Treforest office daily (or relocate prior to commencement).

The Package:

• Competitive base salary of £30,000 – £40,000 (commensurate with technical experience).
• Private medical insurance and company pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free on-site gym and dedicated on-site parking.
• Clear framework for ongoing professional development, specialist technical training, and structured career progression.
• Permanent full-time role (open to discussing flexible, reduced, or condensed hours for the right technical specialist).