Senior Survey CAD Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company ‑

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Survey CAD Manager to define and enforce CAD standards across multiple projects. The role coordinates between Project Managers and CAD staff, ensuring accurate field data processing and compliant drawings.

The candidate will develop 3D terrain models using InRoads/OpenRoads and must guide junior staff while maintaining high-quality deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor‑level or technical degree in drafting/geomatics preferred, with relevant certification considered.
• 8+ years of AutoCAD experience and 5+ years in land surveying.
• 5+ years of managing Junior CAD Technicians.
• Experience with GDOT deliverables and standard office software.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and maintain CAD standards across the company.
• Coordinate CAD needs with Project Managers and CAD staff.
• Train CAD technicians and enforce standards.
• Manage CAD licenses, updates, and training.
• Process field survey data using Civil 3D, Carlson, or MicroStation to develop final drawings.
• Develop 3D terrain models using InRoads/OpenRoads for design use.
• Ensure drawings comply with government agency CAD standards (GDOT, etc.).
• Occasionally assist in the field to verify drawings reflect field conditions.
• Coordinate with office staff and clients as required.

Skills

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Project coordination

Education

Associate Degree in Technical Drafting (Preferred) or Comparable 4 Year Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson

MicroStation

InRoads/OpenRoads

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Survey CAD Manager

Work Location

• Atlanta, GA ***

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

Benefits

• 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.