Survey CAD Manager - Montgomery County, TN

LVI Associates; Tennessee; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Job summary

LVI Associates in Middle Tennessee seeks a hands-on CAD / Survey Manager to lead CAD and survey operations and build a high-performing team. You will set standards for quality and efficiency while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with field crews and project managers.

This leadership role emphasizes structuring workflows, managing multiple projects, and ensuring timely delivery with a focus on continuous improvement and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of surveying/CAD or civil/site development experience.
• Strong Civil 3D (AutoCAD) proficiency.
• Experience with UAV/drone data (Pix4D, DroneDeploy, etc.).
• Background in training or mentoring others.
• Understanding of grading, utilities, and construction layout.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage CAD and survey technicians (entry to mid-level).
• Train and develop junior staff into productive contributors.
• Process drone/UAV data, topo surveys, and surface models.

Skills

Civil 3D

CAD/Survey

UAV data

Mentoring

Project management

Tools

Pix4D

DroneDeploy

AutoCAD

Job description

CAD / Survey Manager
Middle Tennessee | $85K+ Base + Bonus

About the Company
A growing, mid-sized surveying and engineering firm in Middle Tennessee is looking to add a key leader to its team. The company has a strong backlog of work, a stable client base, and is actively investing in building out its internal survey/CAD capabilities. This hire will play a big role in shaping that growth.

The Opportunity
This is a hands‑on leadership role;not just production. You'll be responsible for leading CAD and survey operations while developing junior team members and setting the standard for quality and efficiency.

If you've ever wanted to step into a role where you can actually build a team, implement structure, and make a visible impact;this is that opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage CAD and survey technicians (entry to mid-level)
• Train and develop junior staff into productive contributors
• Process drone/UAV data, topo surveys, and surface models
• Oversee drafting for grading, utilities, and construction layouts
• Ensure quality control, accuracy, and project timelines
• Coordinate with field crews and project managers
• Establish workflows, standards, and best practices
• Troubleshoot issues and improve overall team efficiency

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in surveying, CAD, or civil/site development
• Strong Civil 3D (Auto-CAD) proficiency
• Experience with UAV/drone data (Pix4D, DroneDeploy, etc.)
• Background in training or mentoring others
• Understanding of grading, utilities, and construction layout
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Nice to Have

• Leadership or supervisory experience
• FAA Part 107 license
• Experience with GPS, robotic total stations, and field‑to‑finish workflows
• Strong communication and organizational skills

What They're Looking For

• Someone who takes ownership of team performance
• A builder/mentor who actually enjoys developing people
• Calm, solution‑oriented mindset under pressure
• No ego;team‑first leadership approach
• Base salary starting at $85K+ (flexible based on experience)
• Performance‑based bonus tied to team output
• Clear growth path as the company continues to expand
• Full benefits: 401k with match, health, dental, vision, PTO
• Support for training, certifications, and tools

Location

• In‑office role | Middle Tennessee