CAD Technician - Construction

DLZ Corporation is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm serving public and private entities across the nation. As a multidisciplinary firm, DLZ provides engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition and materials testing. DLZ is consistently ranked one of Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 150 U.S. Design Firms and a previous ENR Midwest Design Firm of the Year. Our growth is a testament to the quality of our work and the satisfaction of our clients.

Our mission is to build on our reputation for excellence by becoming the preferred architectural, engineering, and environmental firm. We focus on meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations and are known for our competence, integrity, and contributions to the people and communities we service and in which we live.

DLZ Corporation has a CAD Technician - Construction opportunity in Burns Harbor, IN and Joliet, IL. This position will work primarily in the office with DLZ Surveyors and Project Managers during various phases of construction and survey to prepare drawings of data collected by field staff.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform assignments of a varied nature, requiring a solid understanding of the fundamental of CAD, mapping, and 3D modeling.
• Perform work with general guidance and supervision or provide support to more experienced personnel.
• Provide support to field staff.
• Interpret field notes and sketches.
• Perform technical computations and produce large scale, complex drawings.
• Provide and gather data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, construction, and other purposes.
• Assist in creating plans, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys.
• Attend meetings as needed with DLZ Project Managers and Surveyors, in addition to clients and consultants.
• Visit client facilities and/or construction sites as needed.
• Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.

• Associate Degree and/or Civil Technician Certificate a plus.
• 2 or more years of AutoCAD experience, Civil 3D experience is a preferred.
• Surveying CAD experience preferred (surface modeling, topographic drawing production, point calculations, etc.)
• Experience with Revit, Three-dimensional CAD, and/or point cloud experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Detail oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements.

NOTE: This position will work primarily in the office preparing drawings of data collected by field staff.

Why DLZ?

At DLZ, we are committed to supporting the professional growth of our employees and fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer:

DLZ is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of background, are respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, and qualifications, without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

In compliance with federal regulations, DLZ does not engage in any programs or practices that provide preferences or discriminate based on race, gender, national origin, or other protected categories, except where required or authorized by applicable law. We are committed to ensuring a non-discriminatory workplace in line with all applicable civil rights laws and regulations.