Survey CAD Tech

Description

The Survey CAD Technician is an intermediate-level role that builds upon foundational surveying knowledge and proficiency in SW+ general standards. This position supports the survey team’s daily operations by preparing Tree and Topographic Surveys, Boundary Surveys, As-Built Surveys, and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, as well as conducting deed and plat research and performing field work as needed. 

About Us

Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW+ we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.

With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW+ leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW+ has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sector including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high end resort and parks and recreation projects.  

With over 200+ employees, and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC. SW+ inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, "Elevating the site design experience." Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW+ offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities. 

In addition, company sponsored events, such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: 1-3 years of progressive experience in land survey field operations

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, edit, and refine detailed survey drawings, plats, surfaces, and stake point data 
• Translate field-collected data into accurate, complete technical drawings and deliverables in CAD and PDF formats
• Import, process, and manage survey data provided by Survey Crew Chiefs
• Review and interpret plats, deeds, field notes, and sketches to ensure accurate project execution
• Analyze research data, monumentation, and boundary evidence to generate search points and support field crews
• Perform quality control checks on work to ensure compliance with company, client, and jurisdictional standards
• Maintain organized project files, drawings, revisions, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform and apply grid-to-ground conversions as needed for survey accuracy
• Contribute to complex survey projects, including ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic, tree, and construction staking surveys
• Access and analyze public records through GIS systems and Register of Deeds databases

Desired Skills

• Civil3D proficiency
• Microsoft Office proficiency, including Outlook, Teams, and Excel

Working Environment

• Generally, at a desk in a well let, air-conditioned space 
• Occasionally outdoors

SW+ Benefits

• 10 Company paid Holidays
• 100% Company paid Dental, STD, LTD, and Term Life Insurance
• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Vision, Voluntary Term Life, Accidental, Critical Illness, Allstate Term to 100 Life Insurance, and Nationwide Pet Insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Program
• Work/Life Balance

For more information on our company and benefits, please visit our website at www.Seamonwhiteside.com 

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.