Survey CAD Technician

Donovan-Hill Group; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

PTO 17.87 days

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Wellness program

EAP

Flexible workplace

Job summary

Donovan-Hill Group in Pensacola, FL is seeking a Survey CAD Technician to convert field survey data into precise mapping and design deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related geospatial tools. You will collaborate with Professional Surveyors, project managers, field crews, UAV pilots, and LiDAR specialists on diverse projects across transportation, utilities, coastal engineering, and land development.

The role emphasizes accuracy, data management, and adherence to drafting standards, with

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for delivering boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, route and utility surveys.
• Experience processing GNSS, LiDAR, UAV and hydrographic survey data.
• Ability to interpret deeds, plats, easements, and right-of-way maps.
• Familiarity with Trimble/LP360 geospatial software desirable.
• Past field surveying experience and understanding of survey data collection methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D including ALTA/NSPS and plats.
• Process field data into digital maps and DTMs for design and permitting.
• Develop surface models, contours, profiles, and cross sections.
• Review deeds, easements, and legal descriptions for project accuracy.
• Collaborate with field crews and professionals to ensure data integrity.
• Support CAD standards development and drafting procedures.
• Assist with UAV imagery and LiDAR data processing quality control.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Boundary/ALTA/Topographic

GNSS/LiDAR/UAV processing

Legal descriptions & easements

Trimble Business Center familiarity

Field survey experience

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

CAD standards & templates

Documentation & data management

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

LP360

Job description

SUMMARY

Donovan-Hill Group (DHG) is seeking an experienced and motivated Survey CAD Technician to join our growing Geomatics team in Pensacola, Florida. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects including transportation, municipal infrastructure, utilities, commercial development, federal facilities, coastal engineering, and large-scale land development throughout the Gulf Coast Region.

The Survey CAD Technician is responsible for transforming field-collected survey data into accurate, high-quality mapping and design deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other geospatial software. Working closely with Professional Surveyors, project managers, field crews, UAV pilots, and LiDAR specialists, this position plays a critical role in delivering precise survey products that support engineering design, permitting, construction, and land development projects.

At DHG, we embrace innovation and continually invest in advanced surveying technologies including UAV mapping, terrestrial laser scanning, GNSS, hydrographic surveying, and modern data processing workflows. We are committed to professional development and provide opportunities for technical training, cross-discipline collaboration, and long-term career advancement within a team-oriented environment.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Prepare boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, route, construction, utility, hydrographic, and as-built survey drawings utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Process conventional survey, GNSS, UAV, terrestrial laser scanning, and hydrographic survey data into accurate digital mapping products.
• Develop digital terrain models (DTMs), surface models, contours, profiles, cross sections, and other survey deliverables required for engineering design and construction.
• Perform research of deeds, plats, easements, rights-of-way, survey records, control information, and other public records necessary for project completion.
• Prepare legal descriptions, easement exhibits, sketches, and supporting survey documentation under the direction of a Professional Surveyor.
• Collaborate daily with field personnel to review field data, resolve discrepancies, improve field-to-office communication, and maintain efficient project workflows.
• Participate in periodic field assignments to maintain familiarity with survey equipment, field procedures, and data collection methodologies.
• Assist with processing and quality control of UAV imagery, LiDAR point clouds, terrestrial laser scans, and emerging geospatial technologies.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews to ensure survey deliverables meet company standards, client requirements, and applicable surveying standards.
• Maintain organized electronic project files, documentation, and data management systems in accordance with DHG procedures.
• Effectively manage multiple projects while meeting established schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by assisting in the development and maintenance of CAD standards, templates, feature coding libraries, and drafting procedures.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D with demonstrated experience preparing survey deliverables from project inception through final production.
• Working knowledge of boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, construction, and utility surveying principles.
• Experience processing conventional survey, GNSS, LiDAR, UAV, terrestrial laser scanning, or hydrographic survey data.
• Ability to interpret deeds, plats, legal descriptions, easements, right-of-way maps, construction plans, and survey records.
• Experience preparing legal descriptions and accompanying exhibits is preferred.
• Familiarity with Trimble Business Center, LP360, and similar geospatial software is desirable.
• Previous field survey experience and an understanding of survey equipment, data collection methods, and field procedures are strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, meet project deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work while maintaining a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Willingness to pursue continuing education, professional certifications, and training in emerging surveying and geospatial technologies.

Benefits

• Group Health Insurance: BCBS of AL
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Florida Combined Life & Blue Vision (Davis)
• HRA: Pre-tax savings account for Health expenses with generous employer contributions.
• FSA: Pre-tax savings account for Health, Dental, Vision, or Over the Counter Medical Items
• Employer paid Life and AD&D, STD & LTD: USAble Life
• Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance: USAble Life
• Employer paid Teladoc services: Talk to a Board-Certified Doctor 24/7 with no co-pay or fee
• Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer, & Hospital Choice: Aflac-Work with amazing Aflac reps that help employees file claims
• 401(k): DHG matches 100% of the employees' contribution up to 4%
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 17.87 days your first year. Increases with tenure.
• 8 paid Holidays
• Flexible and Family First Workplace
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Corporate Fitness & Wellness Program: Up to $45 gym membership reimbursement & Track your Miles award program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Lucet offers services and resources i.e. Counseling, Legal & Financial, Work/Life and Coaching.
• **FUN at WORK**: DHG is always putting on different employee engagement events throughout the year like DHG night at the Pensacola Blue Wahoos games and Pensacola Ice Flyers games, Mardi Gras Potluck, Escape Rooms, Company Beach Party, Crock Pot Cook-Off, Company Christmas Party and we can't forget the Kid's Christmas Party (Santa & the Grinch may make a visit each year!).
• Employee Appreciation & Recognition Program: Celebrate anniversaries and national employee group days
• Support local non-profits: Host fundraising events throughout the year as well as donation drives

About Us

At Donovan-Hill Group, Inc., we make a difference in the life of the communities we serve by elevating the places where we live, work, and play. Our purpose as an organization is creating community, where we make deeper connections with clients and help build up communities, making the world a better place, project by project.

DHG provides planning, surveying, engineering and design, and construction phase services for infrastructure projects in the United States. The company offers water resources engineering services, including wastewater treatment and collection systems design, water supply and treatment systems design, water distribution systems design and permitting, pipeline design, pump station design and rehabilitation, feasibility studies and planning, construction administration, and environmental permitting. It also provides transportation engineering services, including transportation planning, highway engineering, airfield design, traffic engineering, highway lighting, surveying and mapping, bridge design, storm water design, environmental permitting, real property support, construction administration, and public involvement. In addition, the company offers civil engineering, land surveying and mapping, and funding assistance services.

Drug-free Workplace/Background Check

DHG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All job applicants will undergo a pre-employment drug screening for the presence of illegal drugs as a condition of employment. This includes marijuana (medical or recreational) due to the services we provide to federal contracts and projects, like the Department of Defense. Employment is also contingent on a pre-employment criminal background screening.

Eeo/Aa Employer/Vet/Disabled

Donovan-Hill Group, Inc. is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with disability.