Senior CAD Technician

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting is recruiting for a Senior CADD Technician to join a civil engineering and land surveying firm in Urbandale, Iowa, onsite. The role leads CADD efforts, mentors technicians, and collaborates with engineers, surveyors, contractors, and clients.

Responsibilities include producing drawings with MicroStation/OpenRoads, developing project documentation, and performing site observations to verify compliance. Travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in CAD/Civil Engineering Technology or related technical field.
• 10+ years of CADD experience in civil engineering.
• Advanced proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering plans, construction documentation, and drafting standards.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating with project teams.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• Stable work history with a proven track record of success.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of CADD Technicians.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and construction documents using MicroStation and OpenRoads.
• Develop project details, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and maintain construction records and project documentation.
• Perform construction site observations and inspections to verify compliance with plans, specifications, safety standards, and applicable codes.
• Document and report field observations, deficiencies, and project variances.
• Collaborate professionally with engineers, survey crews, contractors, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Assist survey teams with field work when needed, including operation of Trimble GPS and Trimble Office equipment.
• Support projects from initial design through construction administration.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Communication

Project coordination

Self-motivated

Education

Associate's degree in CAD/Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Trimble GPS

Trimble Office

Job description

Salary

$80k-$100k Senior CADD Technician

About the Opportunity

Our client, an established full-service civil engineering and land surveying firm with more than 30 years of experience, is seeking an experienced Senior CADD Technician to join their growing team and work fully onsite from the office in Urbandale, Iowa.

In this role, you'll help deliver a wide variety of civil engineering projects from concept through construction while collaborating with engineers, surveyors, contractors, and clients. Projects include transportation infrastructure, municipal improvements, commercial and industrial developments, residential communities, and more.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading CADD efforts, mentoring team members, and contributing to projects that positively impact local communities.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of CADD Technicians.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and construction documents using MicroStation and OpenRoads.
• Develop project details, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and maintain construction records and project documentation.
• Perform construction site observations and inspections to verify compliance with plans, specifications, safety standards, and applicable codes.
• Document and report field observations, deficiencies, and project variances.
• Collaborate professionally with engineers, survey crews, contractors, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Assist survey teams with field work when needed, including operation of Trimble GPS and Trimble Office equipment.
• Support projects from initial design through construction administration.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), Civil Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of CADD experience in civil engineering.
• Advanced proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering plans, construction documentation, and drafting standards.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• Stable work history with a proven track record of success.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Work on a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and land development projects.
• Be involved throughout the entire project lifecycle—from planning and design through construction.
• Join a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values technical excellence and professional growth.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the communities where you live and work.

Competitive Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits Package

Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the communities where you live and work.