Senior Survey CAD Manager

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc. in Birmingham, AL seeks a Senior Survey CAD Manager to define, implement, and maintain CAD standards across projects.

You will coordinate CAD needs with Project Managers and CAD staff, ensure adherence to standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include training CAD Technicians, managing licenses and software updates, performing QA/QC on CAD work, processing field survey data with Civil 3D, Carlson, or MicroStation, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of AutoCAD experience.
• 5+ years in land surveying.
• 5+ years of managing Junior CAD Technicians.
• Experience with GDOT deliverables.
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office).
• Valid driver's license and insurable.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement and maintain CAD standards for the company.
• Coordinate CAD needs with Project Managers and CAD staff.
• Train CAD Technicians and manage licenses and updates.
• QA/QC of CAD work produced by staff.
• Process daily field survey data using Civil 3D, Carlson and/or MicroStation.
• Develop 3D digital terrain models using InRoads/OpenRoads.
• Ensure finished drawings comply with government standards (e.g., GDOT).
• Assist in field occasionally to verify drawings reflect field conditions.

Skills

CAD standards management

Project coordination

QA/QC of CAD work

Field data processing

Education

Associate Degree in Technical Drafting

Comparable 4 Year Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson

MicroStation

InRoads/OpenRoads

Job description

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Job Summary:

The Senior Survey CAD Manager position will be responsible for defining, implementing, and maintaining CAD standards for the company. Coordinate CAD needs with Project Managers / CAD Staff. The candidate must be detail oriented, work on multiple projects simultaneously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure that CAD Technicians are trained and follow established CAD standards
• Manage CAD software licenses and updates as well as CAD training
• Manage general QA/QC of CAD work performed by CAD Staff
• Processing of daily field survey data using Civil 3D/Carlson and/or MicroStation to develop finished survey drawings
• Development of 3D digital terrain models, based on field data, to be used for engineering design, utilizing InRoads/OpenRoads and similar software.
• Become familiar with CAD standards of various government agencies (i.e. GDOT) to make sure finished survey drawings are in compliance with standards.
• Occasional assistance in the field to confirm finished drawings are representative of field conditions and to further skills toward becoming a registered land surveyor.
• Coordinates with office staff and clients as required.

Education/Experience:

• Associate Degree in Technical Drafting (Preferred) or Comparable 4 Year Degree
• 8+ years of experience in AutoCAD
• 5+ years of experience in land surveying
• 5+ years of managing Junior CAD Technician
• Experience with GDOT deliverables
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Knowledge of business office procedures
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.