Senior Survey CAD Technician

Socket.dev; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

England-Thims & Miller, Inc. in Tampa, FL is seeking a Senior Survey CAD Technician to prepare high‑quality survey drawings, plats, and mapping deliverables from field data, legal descriptions, and client specs.

You will review data for accuracy, mentor junior CAD technicians, QA/QC work, and coordinate with project managers, field crews, and clients to define scope and ensure timely production while advancing CAD standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CAD Technician experience
• Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting/surveying (geomatics)
• CST Level III certificate advantageous
• Experience with Leica Captivate
• Experience preparing ALTA/NSPS surveys and subdivision plats
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong knowledge of survey principles, boundary analysis, mapping standards, and calculations
• Read and interpret civil & surveying plans, deeds, and title commitments

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalize survey drawings, including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS surveys, plats, easements, and as-builts
• Process field data from total stations, GPS, and laser scanning (Terrestrial, Aerial, Mobile)
• Perform deed research, plotting, interpretation, and boundary calculations
• Ensure compliance with state, municipal, and client drafting standards
• QA/QC work prepared by junior CAD technicians
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Surveyors, field crews, and clients to clarify scope
• Maintain organized digital project files and templates
• Assist in developing CAD standards, libraries, and workflows
• Support project scheduling and meet production deadlines

Skills

Boundary analysis

Survey principles

Geometry

Time management

Detail-oriented

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree or technical certificate in drafting/surveying (geomatics)

CST Level III Certificate (advantageous)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Leica Captivate

MicroStation

Job description

Who we are looking for…

ETM is seeking a Senior Survey CAD Technician with an innovative mindset, strong time management skills, detailed oriented, good work ethic, a commitment to quality, accuracy, and safety in all aspects of survey work, and ready to make an impact in the communities that ETM serves.

Purpose:

The Senior Survey Technician’s primary role is to prepare high quality survey drawings, plats, and mapping deliverables based on field data, legal descriptions, and client specifications. Ancillary duties include reviewing the collected survey data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project scope, and providing technical guidance to junior Survey CAD Technicians.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and finalize survey drawings, including boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, subdivision plats, easement exhibits, legal descriptions, construction staking, and as-built drawings
• Process and interpret field data from total stations, GPS, laser scanning equipment (Terrestrial, Aerial, Mobile)
• Perform deed research, deed plotting, deed interpretation, and boundary calculations.
• Ensure compliance with state, municipal, and client drafting standards.
• Review and quality check (QA/QC) work prepared by junior CAD technicians.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Surveyors, field crews, and clients to clarify project requirements and scope.
• Maintain organized digital project files and templates.
• Assist in developing and maintaining CAD standards, libraries, and workflows.
• Support project scheduling and help meet production deadlines.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5+ years of CAD Technician experience
• An Associate’s degree or technical certificate in drafting, surveying (geomatics) or a related field
• CST Level III Certificate – advantageous
• Experience with Leica Captivate
• Experience preparing ALTA/NSPS surveys and subdivision plats
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proficiency in Microstation is a plus
• Strong knowledge of survey principles, boundary analysis, mapping standards, and calculations, including coordinate geometry
• Solid math background in geometry, trigonometry, & algebra
• Ability to read and interpret civil & surveying plans, maps, deeds, legal descriptions, and title commitments
• Problem-solving aptitude to proactively anticipate, prevent, and solve issues
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of local and state surveying requirements is a plus
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior staff

What you'll need to be successful...

• Must understand the importance of timely deliverables and have a tract record of ownership with regard to all assignments and projects
• Excellent and effective communication, both written & verbal with teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical skills with boundary resolution and file management skills
• Must be reliable, punctual, and have regular attendance
• Represent the organization professionally

Who we are…Trusted Advisors, Creating Community

ETM has assembled a remarkable team encompassing a wide range of experiences and backgrounds. Through collaborative efforts and in a supportive environment, we consistently deliver top‑notch work of exceptional quality. We prioritize the growth and fulfillment of each team member, providing ample opportunities for professional development and personal growth.

A key factor in this is our engagement with high‑caliber, ‘Class‑A’ projects and esteemed clients. We approach our work with an unwavering passion while recognizing the positive impact that we have on the communities we serve.

What we offer…

We recognize and reward hard work, we offer a competitive salary, full benefits package, and a potential performance‑based bonus. More than four decades ago, England‑Thims & Miller, Inc. was founded by three visionaries who wanted to take care of their clients with a focus on boutique, customer‑centric, best‑in‑class services. Today, with the help of over 300, we have built a business around taking care of not only said clients but our communities and team members.

What to do next…

If England‑Thims & Miller, Inc., sounds like the place for you (and if you have the qualifications, drive, and passion to match), we invite you to become a member of our winning team! Once you are part of our ETM family, we will continue to invest in you as a valuable asset in our company.

This job description is representative of typical responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or skills required for the job. It is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with company needs.

ETM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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