What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Technician/ Office Surveyor for a Construction Project position at Protecnium?
Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technician services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently looking for a CAD Technician/Office Surveyor to join our team for a construction project in Fargo, North Dakota (on-site position).
-Project: channel/structure/road
-Estimated duration of the position: 2 years - In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.
-Summary: the CAD Technician will work within the Survey department as part of the Technical Office of Design. This position utilizes computer-aided drafting system to provide support to engineers, architects, design staff and clients by producing clear and technically accurate volumetric drawings based on design specifications.
-Responsibilities:
- Utilize computer-drafting techniques to generate work plans, construction drawings, volume reports, and as-built plans.
- Updating software, drawings, and other documents.
- Remaining professional when feedback is delivered and implementing changes to drafts as soon as possible.
- Perform earthwork and general quantity calculations from survey data, which are often used for client billing, progress tracking, and project estimating.
- Ensuring drawings are compliant with regulations and engineering principles.
- Communicating potential design issues to engineers and architects.
- Maintain an organized file system for production drawings.
-Requirements:
- A minimum of 3 years experience as a CAD Technician in heavy civil construction projects (highways, bridges, structures) or similar.
- Degree or Diploma in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or similar.
- Working knowledge and experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D softwares (Must)
- Survey data processing (GPS and conventional) is highly desired but not required.
- Data collection and evaluation techniques.
- Knowledge of Construction and Earthwork Volume Computations.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- Superb work ethic and ability to accept feedback.
- Abiliy to read and understand civil engineered construction plans.
-Benefits:
- Working for an international company currently expanding.
- 22 paid vacation days 5 working days of sick leave (100% salary).
- Local health insurance.
- Phone and laptop are provided.
Note: The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.
