Senior CAD Technician - ALTA Survey Specialist

Aei-Consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Job summary

AEI Consultants is seeking a Senior CAD Technician / ALTA Survey Specialist to join our Survey division in Chicago. You will lead ALTA/Boundary surveys, prepare legal descriptions, and support field staff with precise CAD deliverables.

Proficiency in ALTA/NSPS, advanced CAD skills, and the ability to coordinate drawings across disciplines with clients are essential for timely, accurate project completion.

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys.
• Ability to lead and mentor CAD technicians.
• Proficiency in Excel and integrating with AutoCAD/GIS.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ALTA/Boundary Surveys for diverse projects.
• Prepare legal description calculations for field staff.
• Operate survey instruments for topographic, ALTA and boundary work.
• Coordinate drawings between disciplines and address client comments.

Skills

CAD expertise

ALTA/NSPS knowledge

Team mentoring

Client coordination

Attention to detail

Time management

Excel integration

Reading legal descriptions

Education

High school diploma/GED; associate's or bachelor's preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

AEI Consultants has a new career opportunity available for an experienced Senior CAD Technician / ALTA Survey Specialist to join our expanding Survey division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing ALTA/Boundary Surveys
• Preparing legal description calculations for field staff
• Understanding title commitment and exception documents
• Operating survey instruments and equipment for a variety of projects such as, topographic, ALTA, boundary, construction, etc.
• Completing projects in a timely, efficient and effective manner within deadlines and budgets

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of applicable experience in a similar role preferred
• Expert-level knowledge of ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
• Mastery in reading, interpreting, and determining easements
• Advanced CAD software skills
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and legal descriptions
• Ability to lead and mentor CAD technician team
• Capable of addressing client comments and coordinating revisions
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Proficient in Excel and able to Integrate Excel with AutoCAD and/or GIS as needed
• Strong understanding of how to coordinate drawings between disciplines and ability to identify drawing conflicts between the disciplines
• Excellent concentration and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams including technical and non-technical personnel
• Strong planning, organization, preparation, and execution capabilities
• Open to new ideas, innovation, and change
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/GED diploma required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The work environment may be both indoors and outdoors. Indoor work takes place in a typical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Outdoor work requires the ability to effectively perform work in all types of weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, type, handle office and/or field equipment, speak and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, balance, kneel or crouch. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & PERKS

AEI Consultants offers all full-time employees an outstanding, extensive benefits package, which among other benefits includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off and sick leave, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401K, complimentary use of AEI’s condo at Donner Lake in Truckee, CA, an Employee Referral Bonus Program, and Commuter Tax and Dependent Care Benefits.

COMPANY CULTURE

One of the primary reasons that our employees enjoy working at AEI is our positive company culture. We offer a collaborative, flexible and inclusive work environment where employees have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work, make a positive impact on our clients and communities, and are encouraged to carve out a career path within the organization that best aligns with their interests and goals. We greatly value the contributions of our team members and prioritize employee wellness, safety, flexibility and work/life balance.

OVERVIEW

AEI Consultants is an employee-owned consulting firm that provides comprehensive services to commercial lenders, property owners, managers, tenants, and developers, industries, institutions, government agencies, and insurers, including many Fortune 500 companies. These services include environmental, property and facility assessments, zoning and energy consulting, site investigation and remediation, industrial hygiene, land surveying, valuation, and construction risk management. AEI specializes in identifying potential risks and crafting solutions through Environmental and Building Evaluation Consulting, Construction Services, Site Investigation and Remediation expertise. AEI Consultants is known for being reliable, responsive and resourceful. Founded in 1992, AEI is based in the San Francisco Bay area and has offices strategically located throughout the United States.

DEI

AEI Consultants values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our employees and community. We are proud to offer equal employment opportunities, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on various protected characteristics defined by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment. At AEI Consultants, we believe that a diverse team is essential for our success, and we strive to attract, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.