Engineering Plans Leader I

Rodriguez; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Bike-friendly facilities

Public transportation access

On-site gym

Café

Job summary

Rodriguez Consulting, LLC in Philadelphia is seeking an Engineering Plans Leader I to head AutoCAD Civil 3D survey drafting for water, sewer, and transportation infrastructure. You will oversee surveys, base plans, boundary and right-of-way work, and ALTA/NSPS compliance for public and private clients.

You will lead drafters, coordinate with licensed surveyors, and advance CADD standards while incorporating automation and AI-assisted workflows.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of AutoCAD Civil 3D survey drafting experience, including boundary, right-of-way and ALTA/NSPS plans.
• Advanced Civil 3D skills, including COGO point management and surface creation.
• Working knowledge of deeds, record plans, legal descriptions, title commitments and the ALTA/NSPS Minimum Standard Detail Requirements.
• Ability to evaluate survey data and base plans prepared by others, including control, topographic and utility survey.
• Experience directing and reviewing the work of other drafters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• PWD, City of Philadelphia or PA One Call experience strongly preferred.
• Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) preferred; Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead production of topographic, existing utility, boundary, right-of-way, ALTA/NSPS, subdivision and as-built plans
• Prepare boundary and right-of-way work for the licensed surveyor's review and signature, including deed and record plan research
• Coordinate ALTA/NSPS surveys against standards, client's Table A items and the title commitment
• Review drafting work for accuracy and consistency before QA/QC
• Set daily production priorities for drafting staff and train new team members
• Work with clients and agency reviewers to address plan comments
• Help improve our CADD standards and bring automation and AI-assisted tools into production

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Associate's degree or technical training in surveying/geomatics/civil engineering

SIT preferred; PLS a plus

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

COGO point management

LiDAR data processing

Job description

Rodriguez Consulting is hiring an Engineering Plans Leader I to lead AutoCAD Civil 3D survey drafting production for our Philadelphia infrastructure work. You\'ll oversee existing conditions surveys and base plans, including boundary and right-of-way surveys and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, that support water, sewer, stormwater, roadway and ADA design for the Philadelphia Water Department, the Streets Department and other public and private clients.

This is a leadership role. You\'ll direct and review the work of our Engineering Technicians, Engineering Aides, and Project Coordinators, bring new drafting staff up to our CADD standards, and work closely with our licensed surveyor, field survey team, and design engineers.

What You\'ll Do

• Lead production of topographic, existing utility, boundary, right‑of‑way, ALTA/NSPS, subdivision and as‑built plans
• Prepare boundary and right‑of‑way work for the licensed surveyor\'s review and signature, including deed and record plan research, City Plan lines and legal descriptions
• Coordinate ALTA/NSPS surveys against the current standards, the client\'s Table A items and the title commitment
• Review drafting work for accuracy and consistency before it goes to final QA/QC
• Set daily production priorities for drafting staff and train new team members
• Work with clients and agency reviewers to address plan comments
• Help improve our CADD standards and bring automation and AI‑assisted tools into production

Requirements

• 8+ years of AutoCAD Civil 3D survey drafting experience, including boundary, right‑of‑way and ALTA/NSPS plans
• Advanced Civil 3D skills, including COGO point management and surface creation
• Working knowledge of deeds, record plans, legal descriptions, title commitments and the ALTA/NSPS Minimum Standard Detail Requirements
• Ability to evaluate survey data and base plans prepared by others, including control, topographic and utility survey
• Experience directing and reviewing the work of other drafters
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• PWD, City of Philadelphia or PA One Call experience strongly preferred
• Associate\'s degree or equivalent technical training in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering or a related field preferred
• Surveyor‑in‑Training (SIT) preferred; Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) a plus
• Experience with LiDAR or 3D scan data a plus
• Ability to make occasional site visits in the Philadelphia region

Benefits

Lifestyle & Perks

• Prime Fishtown location with free parking, bike‑friendly facilities and easy access to public transportation
• Modern amenities, including on‑site gym access and a café

Career & Growth

• Leadership of a skilled drafting team on high‑visibility public infrastructure work
• Professional development, including company‑sponsored training and continuing education
• Support for surveying licensure, from SIT to PLS
• A defined career path within the Engineering Support track

Financial & Security

• Comprehensive insurance: health, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability coverage
• Retirement planning with employer matching contributions
• Generous time off, including 15 PTO days and 8 PDO days annually

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rodriguez Consulting, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.