Survey CAD Drafter

FORESIGHT SURVEYING, LLC; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development

Job summary

FORESIGHT SURVEYING, LLC is seeking a skilled Land Surveying CAD Drafter to transform field survey data into precise drawings and plats. You will collaborate with Project Managers and Field Crews to ensure deliverables meet technical standards, project specs, and local legal requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of drafting experience in land surveying, strong Carlson Survey and AutoCAD proficiency, and a solid understanding of surveying principles.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of drafting experience in land surveying or civil engineering.
• Advanced knowledge of Carlson Survey (embedded on AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of surveying principles, legal descriptions, and public records.
• Ability to interpret field notes and digital data from field crews.
• Excellent spatial reasoning and mathematical proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process raw field data (total station, GPS/GNSS, laser scanning).
• Draft Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and Subdivision Plats.
• Prepare staking calculations, cut sheets, and DTMs for earthwork and grading.
• Create and manage Line Tables, Curve Tables, and COGO inputs.
• Perform deed research and boundary adjustments to resolve configurations.
• Maintain and enforce CAD standards, layering, and templates.

Skills

Spatial reasoning

Mathematics

Detail orientation

Organizational skills

Multi-project management

Tools

Carlson Survey

AutoCAD

Job description

Join a growing, established land surveying firm that values professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Land Surveying CAD Drafter to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming field survey data into highly accurate, professional drawings and plats. You will work closely with Project Managers and Field Crews to ensure all deliverables meet strict technical standards, project specifications, and local legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Process raw field data, including total station data, GPS/GNSS data, and laser scanning data.
• Draft detailed and accurate Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, and Subdivision Plats.
• Prepare construction staking calculations, cut sheets, and digital terrain models (DTMs) for earthwork and grading analysis.
• Create and manage Line Tables, Curve Tables, and coordinate geometry (COGO) inputs.
• Perform deed research, tract boundary adjustments, and legal description interpretations to resolve boundary configurations.
• Maintain and enforce company CAD standards, layering conventions, and template management.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of dedicated drafting experience specifically within the land surveying or civil engineering industry.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced, proficient knowledge of Carlson Survey (embedded on AutoCAD).
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of land surveying principles, legal descriptions, and public records research.
• Proven ability to interpret field notes, sketches, and digital data collected by field crews.
• Excellent spatial reasoning and mathematical proficiency (trigonometry and geometry).
• Attributes: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple project deadlines efficiently.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, and Retirement plans).
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and career advancement.