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Survey / Civil CAD Technician in Chicago

Date Posted: 16 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented CAD Technician to join our Surveying and Land Development team. This individual will play a key role in turning field data into accurate drawings and supporting engineers and surveyors.

This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for long-term growth, hands-on mentorship, and a clear path to licensure or design roles within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process and reduce survey field data
  • Draft topographic, boundary, and ALTA survey drawings
  • Prepare plats, exhibits, and legal description figures
  • Draft civil plan sheets for grading, utility, and site plans
  • Build surfaces, alignments, and profiles in Civil 3D
  • Maintain CAD standards and project files
  • Coordinate with field crews and project managers
  • Perform quality checks on drawings

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of survey or civil CAD drafting experience
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD
  • Understanding of survey and civil plan conventions
  • Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) a plus
  • Associate's degree or technical certificate in drafting or surveying preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and communication skills

What We Offer Career Growth & Mentorship

  • Clear path to advancement and increased responsibility
  • Hands-on mentorship from senior leaders
  • Support for licensure and certifications
  • Defined career progression with ongoing training Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

  • Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options

  • Trust-based culture focused on outcomes, not micromanagement
  • Support for personal and professional balance Compensation & Financial Benefits

  • Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Profit-sharing opportunities Comprehensive Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance

  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • HSA/FSA options Multi-Disciplinary Environment

  • Work alongside experts in civil engineering, architecture, planning, surveying, environmental, and beyond

  • Exposure to a diverse range of project types (commercial, residential, mixed-use, municipal)
  • Collaborative culture that encourages cross-functional innovation Culture & Workplace

  • Employee-focused, team-oriented environment

  • Strong emphasis on professional development and continuing education
  • Open-door leadership and transparent communication
  • Company-wide commitment to employee well-being and success

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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