Survey CAD Technician I

Bowman Consulting; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Job summary

Bowman Consulting is looking for a Survey CAD Technician I in San Antonio, TX. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to assist in the preparation of project deliverables and contract documents, while receiving guidance from experienced professionals.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED, with a desire to learn about land surveying software. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Entry level position, no prior experience required.
• Knowledge of ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and boundary surveys.
• Demonstrated familiarity with land surveying and/or surface modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of project deliverables and contract documents.
• Convert information into accurate electronic drawings and project documents.
• Perform horizontal computations for boundary surveys.

Skills

Problem-solving attitude

Effective communication skills

Data analysis skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in survey, geography, architecture or civil engineering

Tools

Carlson

Bentley Inroads/Geopak

Revit

Job description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Survey CAD Technician I to join our team in San Antonio, TX.

Purpose

Assist in the preparation of project deliverables and contract documents in accordance with the company design standards and client requirements.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes. Receive direction on all aspects of assignments, specific tasks and how to execute. Work is thoroughly reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles.

At The Operational And Company Level

• Work closely with more senior staff members to learn and assist in survey and mapping work.

Do the Work

• Under supervision, convert all applicable information into electronically generated drawings and project documents with accuracy, neatness, and speed.
• Perform horizontal computations for boundary surveys and analyses of field location and record information to determine property lines.
• Draft final house location surveys from survey crew field notes and personal field measurements of building improvements.
• Compute horizontal positions of plan buildings, streets, curbs for stakeouts.
• Check record plats for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting for review.
• Submit plots to county for review.
• Gain a thorough knowledge of ALTA Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, residential and commercial construction stakeout procedures, and practices.
• Perform a variety of complex computations for traverse, record plats, boundary surveys, construction stakeouts, horizontal control, etc.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time‑sensitive tasks.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, associate's degree in survey, geography, architecture or civil engineering preferred. Commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Entry level position, no prior experience required. Any surveying and/or CAD experience in the land development/land survey industry a plus.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, construction layout, boundary surveys, and subdivision work.
• Demonstrated familiarity with land surveying and/or surface modeling software such as Carlson, Bentley Inroads/Geopak, Revit, or similar civil engineering design software.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance‑based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out‑of‑the‑area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.