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Quantity Survey : Prepare initial quantity take-offs for estimates and project baselines and ... an AutoCAD Operator or in a similar design/drafting role. * 1+ years of experience performing ...

Quantity Survey : Prepare initial quantity take-offs for estimates and project baselines and ... an AutoCAD Operator or in a similar design/drafting role. * 1+ years of experience performing ...

Quantity Survey : Prepare initial quantity take-offs for estimates and project baselines and ... an AutoCAD Operator or in a similar design/drafting role. * 1+ years of experience performing ...

Quantity Survey : Prepare initial quantity take-offs for estimates and project baselines and ... an AutoCAD Operator or in a similar design/drafting role. * 1+ years of experience performing ...

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How much do survey autocad operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for survey autocad operator in the United States is $27.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Survey AutoCAD Operator?

Survey AutoCAD Operators are professionals who use AutoCAD software to prepare, edit, and finalize survey drawings and maps based on field data collected by surveyors. They translate measurements and notes from land or construction surveys into detailed technical drawings, site plans, and topographic maps. Their work is essential in supporting civil engineers, architects, and construction managers in planning and executing projects accurately and efficiently.

What are the typical daily tasks and collaboration points for a Survey AutoCAD Operator?

As a Survey AutoCAD Operator, your daily responsibilities often include processing survey data, creating and updating maps or site plans using AutoCAD, and ensuring the accuracy of drafted documents. You’ll frequently collaborate with field survey teams to interpret raw data and with project engineers or managers to meet project specifications. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as you may need to clarify survey details or coordinate revisions to drawings based on team feedback. The work environment is usually office-based but may occasionally require site visits to better understand project requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Survey AutoCAD Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Survey AutoCAD Operator, you need a solid understanding of land surveying principles, technical drawing, and proficiency in AutoCAD software, typically supported by a relevant associate degree or technical certification. Experience with surveying instruments, GIS systems, and CAD-related certifications are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong communication skills help ensure accuracy and effective teamwork. These skills and qualifications are essential for producing precise survey drawings, supporting engineering projects, and maintaining data integrity.

What is the difference between Survey Autocad Operator vs Civil Drafter?

AspectSurvey Autocad OperatorCivil Drafter
CredentialsSurveying certifications, AutoCAD proficiencyDrafting certifications, AutoCAD proficiency
Work EnvironmentSurvey sites, construction projectsDesign offices, project plans
Industry UsageSurveying firms, construction companiesEngineering firms, architecture offices

The Survey Autocad Operator primarily focuses on creating detailed survey drawings based on field data, often working directly on-site or with survey teams. In contrast, the Civil Drafter develops comprehensive civil engineering plans and designs in office settings. While both roles require AutoCAD skills and related certifications, their work environments and project focuses differ, with Survey Autocad Operators emphasizing field data integration and Civil Drafters concentrating on detailed civil project documentation.

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Infographic showing various Survey Autocad Operator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $56,821 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

CAD Technician

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Overview

The Civil CAD technician is responsible for, but not limited to the support of the construction and preconstruction teams by creating, modifying, and managing construction drawings, topographical profiles, and 3D-surfaces used in the planning and construction of civil engineering projects.

Company Overview

Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946, the company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company, we are poised for continued growth and an exciting future!

Saiia Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor). 


Responsibilities
  • Drafting: Create plans and schematics to support project pursuits or ongoing projects using AutoCAD / AutoCAD Civil 3D software.
  • Surface Modelling: Modify and revise existing drawings as needed to produce interim work surfaces to support sequencing and planning of work activities across large project sites.
  • Quantity Survey: Prepare initial quantity take-offs for estimates and project baselines and progressive quantity reports to support recurring payments certificates using a combination of CAD and Agtek software.
  • Proposal Support: Prepare schematics to support project pursuits and to develop marketing material.
  • Prepare DTM: Assist drone / survey technician in processing raw point clouds to produce Digital Terrain Models (DTMs) and topographical plans.
  • Coordinate with Team Members: Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and engineers to understand project requirements and support planning efforts.
  • Review and Quality Assurance: Conduct quality control checks to ensure that drawings and surfaces are accurate and true representations of reference data and site conditions.
  • Document Management: Maintain and organize a comprehensive filing system for drawings, schematics, and related documents, ensuring all proposal and project documentation is easily accessible and up-to-date.
  • Prepare Drafts for Approval: Prepare and present drafts to project leads and stakeholders for review and approval, incorporating feedback and revisions as necessary.
  • Value Engineering: Work with construction / preconstruction teams to develop solutions to technical problems and suggest improvements to existing designs.
  • Support Project Timelines: Assist in meeting proposal and project deadlines by maintaining a steady workflow and efficiently managing time and resources.
  • Technology and Tool Management: Stay up-to-date with the latest AutoCAD updates and drafting tools to enhance efficiency and productivity in creating designs.

Qualifications
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, including 2D and 3D drafting.
  • Knowledge of drafting techniques, engineering standards, and map projections.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with team members, engineers, and clients.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines.
  • Capable of identifying issues with designs and proposing solutions to resolve them.

Education and Experience Requirements:

 

  • Diploma, or Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
  • 4+ years of experience working as an AutoCAD Operator or in a similar design/drafting role.
  • 1+ years of experience performing quantity takeoffs.
  • Familiarity with graphics design software like Adobe Illustrator is a plus.

Work Environment:

  • Full-time, office-based position (or hybrid, depending on company policy)
  • May require occasional site visits for project coordination or measurements.
  • Occasional overtime may be required based on project deadlines.

 

Licenses and Certifications:

  • Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver’s License with driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines.

Travel:

  • This position travels to various site locations.  Estimated travel requirement 25% of time.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, including 2D and 3D drafting.
  • Knowledge of drafting techniques, engineering standards, and map projections.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with team members, engineers, and clients.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines.
  • Capable of identifying issues with designs and proposing solutions to resolve them.

Education and Experience Requirements:

 

  • Diploma, or Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
  • 4+ years of experience working as an AutoCAD Operator or in a similar design/drafting role.
  • 1+ years of experience performing quantity takeoffs.
  • Familiarity with graphics design software like Adobe Illustrator is a plus.

Work Environment:

  • Full-time, office-based position (or hybrid, depending on company policy)
  • May require occasional site visits for project coordination or measurements.
  • Occasional overtime may be required based on project deadlines.

 

Licenses and Certifications:

  • Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver’s License with driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines.

Travel:

  • This position travels to various site locations.  Estimated travel requirement 25% of time.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

#TM-Onsite

#LI-TM1

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