Construction Survey CAD Technician: Precision & Impact

Windrose Surveying & Land Services, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

HSA and voluntary benefits

Job summary

Windrose Surveying & Land Services, LLC is seeking a Construction Survey CAD Technician to provide advanced technical support for construction projects. The role focuses on survey calculations, boundary analysis, field data processing, QA/QC, and CAD coordination, collaborating with field teams and RPLSs to deliver construction-ready surveys.

The position is office-based in Houston, TX, with regular Monday–Friday hours and occasional weekend work during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of survey technician experience in construction and/or commercial land surveying
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple active projects
• Experience coordinating between field crews, CAD, and licensed surveyors

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Construction Field Operations Manager, RPLSs, and Field Operations to plan and support construction survey activities
• Prepare calculation maps, control layouts, and field support documentation for construction staking and layout
• Review research packages, deeds, plats, easements, and title commitments for construction-related impacts
• Process and adjust conventional and GPS data
• Perform boundary analysis and build subject/adjoining parcels in CAD to support accurate construction decisions
• Review field data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency with project requirements
• Provide clear technical direction and calculations to CAD Drafters for final deliverables
• Conduct preliminary QA/QC reviews prior to RPLS submission
• Identify conflicts, gaps, or constructability issues and coordinate resolutions
• Support consistency in drafting standards, point codes, and construction workflows
• Maintain client-specific requirements, templates, and drafting standards
• Assist with training and technical guidance for CAD staff during high-volume periods
• Communicate professionally with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues efficiently
• Adhere to all company policies, safety requirements, and professional standards

Skills

CAD workflows

Survey calculations

Boundary analysis

Construction staking

Independent work

Coordination with field/CAD teams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or associate degree preferred

Tools

Survey software

CAD platforms

Cloud-based project tools

Job description

Windrose Surveying & Land Services, LLC is seeking a Construction Survey CAD Technician to provide advanced technical support for construction projects. The role focuses on survey calculations, boundary analysis, field data processing, QA/QC, and CAD coordination, collaborating with field teams and RPLSs to deliver construction-ready surveys.

The position is office-based in Houston, TX, with regular Monday–Friday hours and occasional weekend work during peak seasons.