Senior Survey CAD Technician

SAM; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Paid time off

Job summary

SAM in Pittsburgh is seeking a Senior Survey Technician to support office and field teams by processing survey data and delivering final project deliverables. You will report to the Project Manager, perform tasks with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center, and ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to standards across plats, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and related drawings.

Join a nationwide geospatial leader and contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects while maintaining schedules and

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.
• Experience processing survey data using Trimble Business Center (TBC).
• Experience preparing plats and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys.
• Strong computer and technical skills; knowledge of surveying regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure office and field requirements are met.
• Process field data and prepare CAD-based land survey deliverables.
• Perform daily data processing, evaluating accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards.
• Prepare survey plats, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, drawings, legal descriptions, and alignment drawings.
• Perform deed research, deed plotting, boundary calculations, and map checks.
• Conduct initial and final quality-control reviews of field data, plats, drawings, and client-specific deliverables.
• Monitor field crew production and provide technical office support, including crew briefings and debriefings.
• Train and support field and office staff on survey standards and best practices.
• Help ensure project schedules and productivity goals are met

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical mathematics

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Your Impact at SAM

As a Senior Survey Technician, you will support both office and field teams by processing survey data and preparing final project deliverables. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will perform technical tasks using current technology and help improve project efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities Include

• Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure office and field requirements are met
• Process field data and prepare CAD-based land survey deliverables
• Perform daily data processing, evaluating accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards
• Prepare survey plats, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, drawings, legal descriptions, and alignment drawings
• Perform deed research, deed plotting, boundary calculations, and map checks
• Conduct initial and final quality-control reviews of field data, plats, drawings, and client-specific deliverables
• Monitor field crew production and provide technical office support, including crew briefings and debriefings
• Perform on-site quality checks when needed
• Train and support field and office staff on survey standards and best practices
• Help ensure project schedules and productivity goals are met

What You Bring to SAM

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required
• Experience processing survey data using Trimble Business Center (TBC)
• Experience preparing plats and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Proficiency in technical mathematics, including geometry and trigonometry
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of surveying regulations, professional standards, and quality-control practices

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

Salary Maximum

USD $35.00/per hour

Salary Minimum

USD $25.00/per hour