Survey CAD Technician

Gilder Search Group; Haddonfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Survey CAD Technician in the Haddonfield, NJ area to support a range of private land development projects. You will draft survey plans, prepare ALTA and topographic maps, and produce precise CAD deliverables in collaboration with project teams.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork, with in-office work dominating and a remote day allowed once per week. Proficiency in Civil 3D (Carlson a plus) is preferred, with experience in private land

Qualifications

• Strong eye for detail and accuracy in surveying deliverables.
• Ability to work independently and with a team to meet project milestones.
• Comfort with in-office work and flexibility for one remote day per week.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare survey plans, boundary and topographic maps, ALTA surveys, and construction stakeout plans.
• Process field data and convert into CAD drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D (and Carlson occasionally).
• Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to ensure precision and timely completion.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent & collaborative work

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Carlson

Job description

We’re looking for a Survey CAD Technician to join a well-established surveying and engineering team in Haddonfield, NJ. This role plays a key part in supporting a variety of private land development projects, working closely with project managers and field crews to produce accurate and detailed survey deliverables.

What You’ll Do:

• Draft and prepare survey plans, boundary and topographic maps, ALTA surveys, and construction stakeout plans.
• Process field data and convert it into high-quality CAD drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D (and occasional Carlson work).
• Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to ensure precision and timely completion of projects.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proficiency in Civil 3D (Carlson experience a plus).
• Prior experience preparing survey drawings for private land development projects.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Local candidates preferred — about 90% in-office with flexibility for 1 remote day per week.

Why Join:

You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values quality, mentorship, and growth. The office has a friendly, small-team feel while handling a steady stream of meaningful projects.