What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Technician position at Gulf Stream Construction?
Description
Established in 1963, Gulf Stream Construction Company is a turnkey site contractor based in Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA operating on projects across South Carolina and coastal Georgia. We build high-quality projects alongside the very best subcontractors while maintaining a cost-efficient, timely approach to our work.
If you thrive in a fast paced environment, enjoy a challenge, and want to join a growing, family-owned construction company, we want to meet you!
Dedicated. Innovative. Relentless. Trusted. This is Gulf Stream.
We are seeking a highly skilled CAD Technician to support our civil sitework operations by converting engineered plans and CAD files into accurate 3D surfaces and linework models. This position plays a critical role in providing our field teams with precise, build-ready digital models used for grading, utilities installation, and machine control. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically adept, and experienced with civil design data workflows, particularly within Trimble Business Center.
Requirements
Responsibilities of the CAD Technician
Established in 1963, Gulf Stream Construction Company is a turnkey site contractor based in Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA operating on projects across South Carolina and coastal Georgia. We build high-quality projects alongside the very best subcontractors while maintaining a cost-efficient, timely approach to our work.
If you thrive in a fast paced environment, enjoy a challenge, and want to join a growing, family-owned construction company, we want to meet you!
Dedicated. Innovative. Relentless. Trusted. This is Gulf Stream.
We are seeking a highly skilled CAD Technician to support our civil sitework operations by converting engineered plans and CAD files into accurate 3D surfaces and linework models. This position plays a critical role in providing our field teams with precise, build-ready digital models used for grading, utilities installation, and machine control. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically adept, and experienced with civil design data workflows, particularly within Trimble Business Center.
Requirements
Responsibilities of the CAD Technician
- Develop accurate 3D surface models, linework, and digital deliverables using Trimble Business Center (TBC).
- Interpret civil engineering plans, profiles, cross-sections, and existing CAD files to ensure complete and accurate model construction.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field personnel to identify discrepancies, resolve design conflicts, and verify constructability.
- Process and review as-built data, field topo files, and survey information; prepare clear, organized reports and updates for project management.
- Maintain organized project files, version control, and documentation according to company standards and workflows.
- Support continuous improvement of digital modeling practices and quality assurance procedures.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by management.
- Proven experience working with CAD software; Trimble Business Center experience strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of civil sitework, grading, and underground utility construction.
- Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans, including grading plans, utility layouts, and plan/profile sheets.
- Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
- Effective communication skills for coordinating with engineers, project managers, and field staff.
- Familiarity with survey principles, GPS machine control, or construction staking is a plus.
- A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or currently pursuing one, is highly preferred.