CAD Technician​/Party Chief II

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a CAD Technician/Party Chief II to join our team in Etna, NH.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

This hybrid position combines field surveying leadership with CAD drafting responsibilities to support accurate and timely project delivery. The role performs survey fieldwork; processes collected data and creates detailed CAD drawings to support engineering and construction projects. This position bridges the gap between field operations and office production, ensuring smooth communication and quality deliverables.

• Lead and coordinate daily field survey activities, assigning tasks to crew members and ensuring work is completed safely and accurately.
• Serve as the primary liaison between field crews, project managers, and office staff.
• Maintain and care for survey instruments, vehicles, and field equipment.

• Conduct topographic, boundary, construction staking, and other land surveys using GPS, robotic total stations, and conventional survey equipment.
• Verify accuracy of collected field data, identifying and resolving discrepancies on site.
• Follow all safety protocols, maintain daily logs, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company requirements.

• Import, process, and adjust field survey data using appropriate software.
• Produce clear, accurate CAD drawings, base maps, and survey plats in compliance with project specifications and company standards.
• Cross-check and verify survey data with existing records and design requirements.

• Deliver work within established timelines and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and project managers to ensure survey deliverables meet project needs.
• Assist in mentoring junior staff in both field and CAD processes.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Strong technical skills in both surveying and CAD drafting.
• Ability to transition effectively between field and office work.
• Detail-oriented and organized in handling data and drawings.
• Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certificate in surveying, drafting, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of combined field surveying and CAD drafting experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey data collection/processing software.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• OSHA 10/30, CPR, and First Aid certifications preferred.

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.