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CAD Designer

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will lead and review the creation of layout drawings and schematic diagrams ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

CAD Designer

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$78K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

... design/construction. Qualifications: • 2 Years Experience using CAD software, Excel and Word a ... must • Good working knowledge of computers • Organized, motivated, and energetic • AOS ...

CAD Drafter

Huntington, NY · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

... design/construction. Qualifications: • 2 Years Experience using CAD software, Excel and Word a ... must • Good working knowledge of computers • Organized, motivated, and energetic • AOS ...

CAD Designer

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$76K - $78K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

CAD Designer

Concord, CA · On-site

$74K - $76K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

CAD Designer

Concord, CA · On-site

$76K/yr

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans ... The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" when it comes to constructing the work.

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How much do cad construction jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for cad construction in the United States is $22.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CAD Construction professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CAD Construction professional, you need expertise in drafting, construction principles, and a relevant qualification such as a diploma or degree in engineering, architecture, or drafting. Proficiency in CAD software like AutoCAD, Revit, or Civil 3D, along with familiarity with BIM systems and construction documentation standards, is essential. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication help you collaborate with engineers, architects, and contractors. These skills ensure accurate technical drawings, efficient project execution, and successful teamwork in construction projects.

How does a CAD Construction professional typically collaborate with architects, engineers, and field teams during a project?

A CAD Construction professional plays a central role in bridging the gap between design and execution by working closely with architects, engineers, and on-site construction teams. They translate architectural and engineering concepts into detailed technical drawings, often updating plans based on feedback or site conditions. Regular coordination meetings, digital markups, and clear documentation ensure that everyone stays aligned, which helps prevent errors and streamlines project workflows. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as project requirements and designs may evolve during different phases.

What are CAD Construction jobs?

CAD Construction jobs involve using computer-aided design (CAD) software to create, modify, and manage digital blueprints and technical drawings for construction projects. Professionals in this field work closely with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure that building plans are accurate and meet project specifications. Their work is essential in translating design concepts into detailed plans that guide the construction process, helping to detect and resolve potential issues before construction begins.

What is the difference between Cad Construction vs CAD Draftsman?

AspectCad ConstructionCAD Draftsman
CredentialsTypically requires CAD software training, construction knowledgeRequires CAD software proficiency, often a technical diploma or certification
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, architectural firms, engineering companiesArchitectural offices, engineering firms, design studios
Industry UsageUsed in construction planning, project managementUsed in drafting, designing, and preparing technical drawings

Cad Construction focuses on applying CAD skills directly to construction projects, often involving site-specific details and project coordination. CAD Draftsman primarily creates technical drawings and plans using CAD software, supporting design and engineering teams. While both roles require CAD proficiency, Cad Construction emphasizes construction processes, whereas CAD Draftsman centers on drafting and design documentation.

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Infographic showing various Cad Construction job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 4% Temporary, 17% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,588 per year, or $22.9 per hour.
CAD Operator (Survey Draftsman) - Construction

CAD Operator (Survey Draftsman) - Construction

ProSidian Consulting

Aiken, SC

$25 - $33.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Company Description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices.  ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management.  We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations. 
Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals globally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes.  Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value. 
ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies.  Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at www.ProSidian.com.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a CAD Operator (Survey Draftsman) - Construction (Time and Materials | Non-Exempt) to support an engagement for a liquid waste contractor (Savannah River Remediation [SRR]) at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, SC, which is owned by the U.S. Department of Energy.  

This service supports Environmental Management Sector Clients and ProSidian Team Members (# FTe's: 1.1538461538461537) work as part of a Engagement Team Cadre (Labor Category 30061) to fulfil T&M - Time and Materials (T&M) requirements. 

Responsible to use field survey data to create digital sketches using AutoCAD, in support of SRR Survey, Construction, Operations and Maintenance and Design Services. Candidate will interface with applicable organizations (i.e. Survey Team, Engineering, S

CAD Operator (Survey Draftsman) - Construction Candidates shall work to support requirements for Technical General Support Services (GSSC) related to NAICS: 541690 - Environmental Consulting Services,  NAICS: 541690 - Scientific and Technical Consulting Services - Energy, and NAICS: 591690 - Professional Scientific Technical Consulting Services and

Safety as a  primary responsibility in each job performed. Obey safety rules and make safety an integral part of each task performed.

Create drawings using Carlson Survey, AutoCAD or MicroStation, to produce excavation sketches, topographic maps, as-builts surveys, etc., in support of construction survey activities. Compute coordinates for layout of construction commodities, using design construction plans and drawings, for use by field survey crew.

Prepare as-built field maps for use in the updating and maintenance of current site maps. Interface with applicable organizations to help complete and facilitate new or in-process survey activities.

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Qualifications

The CAD Operator (Survey Draftsman) - Construction shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and related tools and technology required for the position. Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct.  The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

Computer aided drafting experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar

General computer knowledge and skills, keyboarding proficiency and extensive use of Microsoft Windows

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word High School diploma with a minimum 4+ years practical CAD drafting experience or

Associates degree in Engineering / Surveying or compatible, with 2+ yrs. practical survey experience or

BS with 1+ yrs. Practical CAD drafting experience BS/AS in Engineering Technology, Technical Drawing or similar

Experience using Carlson Survey CAD software

Experience using MicroStation CAD software

Basic training and/or experience with computation of construction commodities

Basic training and/or experience with drafting of as-builts survey sketches

Basic training and/or experience with drafting of topographic maps

Experience reading design construction plans and drawings A 40-hour workweek is scheduled. SRR construction utilizes a 10 hour per day - four days per week schedule.

A standard work week is Monday through Thursday 6:30am - 5:00pm. However, alternate schedules could be employed.

Workweek excludes SRR holidays.

Casual overtime up to 25% of normal work schedules may be required. Candidate must be a .

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license

Personal vehicles operated by candidate must have valid registration

Personal vehicles operated by candidate must be insured with proof of insurance within the vehicle

U.S.  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen

Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)

Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)

All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.

Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply

May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement

Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE "Q" clearance.

TRAVEL:  Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, events, site visits, or other training requirements.  Travel is coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, as allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.  LOCATION:  Work shall be conducted at or in proximity to Savannah River Site / Aiken, South Carolina

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
  • Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
  • Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
  • Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
  • Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
  • Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
  • Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
  • Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Business Tools -  understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
  • Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
  • Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
  • Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
  • Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That's why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees:

  • Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis.
  • Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
  • Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
  • Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
  • Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
  • Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
  • Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
  • ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
  • Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
  • Flexible Spending Account: FSAs  help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
  • Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply

ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the "I Hire Military" Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.

Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL"  - be successful while doing...


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About ProSidian Consulting

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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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