Civil Drafter
Actalent, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Civil Drafter / Survey Office Technician
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a wide variety of site development projects as a Civil Drafter / Survey Office Technician within a well-established, multi-disciplinary firm. You will transform field-collected survey data into precise construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D, while collaborating closely with survey field crews and other in-house disciplines. This position is ideal for someone with survey experience or a strong understanding of surveying who is eager to learn, grow professionally, and build a long-term career in a supportive, training-focused environment.
Responsibilities
Draft boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys, as well as plats and exhibits, using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Interpret legal descriptions, easement documents, and field notes to ensure accurate and complete data representation in drawings.
Coordinate closely with field crews to compute, organize, and prepare data for fieldwork and construction staking.
Research public records, utility information, and aerial imagery to support survey documentation and design decisions.
Incorporate field-collected data into detailed construction documents and survey deliverables.
Support site development projects by preparing clear, precise, and well-organized survey drawings.
Explore and assist with advanced technologies such as UAS (drones), laser scanning, and point cloud processing as opportunities arise.
Collaborate with survey technicians, project managers, civil engineers, and landscape architects to ensure alignment across project teams.
Maintain organized project files and documentation in accordance with firm standards and survey best practices.
Apply firm standards and quality control procedures to all drafting and survey documentation.
Essential Skills
0–1 years of experience in surveying or a strong understanding of land surveying principles and practices.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, particularly for survey and civil drafting applications.
Experience drafting or supporting boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys.
Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions, easement documents, and survey field notes.
Understanding of topographic surveys, land surveying, and site development concepts.
Comfort working in an office-based drafting role rather than a field position.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting and data representation.
Effective communication skills to coordinate with field crews and internal project teams.
Ability to learn and apply firm-specific drafting and survey standards.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certification preferred but not required.
Up to 3+ years of survey or civil drafting experience is welcome, with an openness to training on firm standards.
Familiarity with ALTA surveys, plats, and survey exhibits.
Interest in advanced survey technologies such as UAS (drones), laser scanning, and point cloud processing.
Ability to collaborate with civil engineering and landscape architecture teams on multidisciplinary projects.
Desire to grow into a long-term role within a stable firm with strong client relationships and repeat business.
Willingness to work on a wide variety of project types without being limited to a single industry sector.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, office-based position in a newly built-out, modern workspace located in Plymouth. You will work closely with a survey team of approximately 5–10 people, including field crews, office-based drafters/technicians, and project managers. The survey group partners regularly with in-house civil engineering and landscape architecture teams, creating a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The role requires being in the office full time initially, with the opportunity to earn flexibility and occasional remote days over time. The firm maintains a steady workload with a diverse mix of site development and redevelopment projects for repeat clients, providing long-term stability and ongoing professional development in a supportive, team-oriented culture.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a wide variety of site development projects as a Civil Drafter / Survey Office Technician within a well-established, multi-disciplinary firm. You will transform field-collected survey data into precise construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D, while collaborating closely with survey field crews and other in-house disciplines. This position is ideal for someone with survey experience or a strong understanding of surveying who is eager to learn, grow professionally, and build a long-term career in a supportive, training-focused environment.
Responsibilities
Draft boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys, as well as plats and exhibits, using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Interpret legal descriptions, easement documents, and field notes to ensure accurate and complete data representation in drawings.
Coordinate closely with field crews to compute, organize, and prepare data for fieldwork and construction staking.
Research public records, utility information, and aerial imagery to support survey documentation and design decisions.
Incorporate field-collected data into detailed construction documents and survey deliverables.
Support site development projects by preparing clear, precise, and well-organized survey drawings.
Explore and assist with advanced technologies such as UAS (drones), laser scanning, and point cloud processing as opportunities arise.
Collaborate with survey technicians, project managers, civil engineers, and landscape architects to ensure alignment across project teams.
Maintain organized project files and documentation in accordance with firm standards and survey best practices.
Apply firm standards and quality control procedures to all drafting and survey documentation.
Essential Skills
0–1 years of experience in surveying or a strong understanding of land surveying principles and practices.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, particularly for survey and civil drafting applications.
Experience drafting or supporting boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys.
Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions, easement documents, and survey field notes.
Understanding of topographic surveys, land surveying, and site development concepts.
Comfort working in an office-based drafting role rather than a field position.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting and data representation.
Effective communication skills to coordinate with field crews and internal project teams.
Ability to learn and apply firm-specific drafting and survey standards.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certification preferred but not required.
Up to 3+ years of survey or civil drafting experience is welcome, with an openness to training on firm standards.
Familiarity with ALTA surveys, plats, and survey exhibits.
Interest in advanced survey technologies such as UAS (drones), laser scanning, and point cloud processing.
Ability to collaborate with civil engineering and landscape architecture teams on multidisciplinary projects.
Desire to grow into a long-term role within a stable firm with strong client relationships and repeat business.
Willingness to work on a wide variety of project types without being limited to a single industry sector.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, office-based position in a newly built-out, modern workspace located in Plymouth. You will work closely with a survey team of approximately 5–10 people, including field crews, office-based drafters/technicians, and project managers. The survey group partners regularly with in-house civil engineering and landscape architecture teams, creating a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The role requires being in the office full time initially, with the opportunity to earn flexibility and occasional remote days over time. The firm maintains a steady workload with a diverse mix of site development and redevelopment projects for repeat clients, providing long-term stability and ongoing professional development in a supportive, team-oriented culture.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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