Utility CAD Technician

STV

. Perform modeling, estimating, and drafting using primarily Bentley software on transportation projects, including roadway and bridge projects, under the guidance of utility coordinators and project managers .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,443 - $91,413 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in Bentley software for modeling, estimating, and drafting on transportation projects, with a strong understanding of roadway and bridge infrastructure. Capable of collaborating effectively within teams while ensuring compliance with project standards and quality requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bentley Software ProficiencyMicroStation ExperienceProjectWise ExperienceSCDOT/NCDOT Project ExperienceCAD/BIM Software Versatility

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Hard Skills

ModelingEstimatingDraftingPlan ReadingRoadway Infrastructure UnderstandingBridge Infrastructure UnderstandingQuality Standards ComplianceDesign CoordinationUtility Relocation DraftingGraphic Representation Preparation

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedEnergeticTeamwork SkillsAbility to Work in GroupsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Bentley SuiteMicroStationProjectWiseAutoCADCivil 3DBentley InRoadsGeopakORD

Industry Keywords

Transportation ProjectsUtility CoordinationSCDOTNCDOTConstruction Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform modeling, estimating, and drafting using primarily Bentley software on transportation projects, including roadway and bridge projects, under the guidance of utility coordinators and project managers
Prepare drawings, layouts, sketches, maps, and graphic representations of transportation projects and utility relocations
Assist non-utility groups with design, modeling, estimating, and drafting as needed
Plot complete roadway/utility plan sets and format CAD drawings to client standards using several software applications
Cut plan sheets and prepare drafting for U-sheets and UBO plans
Adhere to company quality standards regarding work product
Address red line markups, utility sketches, exhibits, and QC comments from utility coordinators, project managers, and clients to advance projects to construction
Collaborate with other production team members
Review CAD and models for design coordination issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency in Bentley suite of software products
Familiarity with SCDOT and NCDOT plan reading
Self-motivated and energetic
Understanding of engineering and architectural documentation and construction, including roadway and bridge infrastructure
Ability to work in a group setting
Ability to monitor projects for standards compliance and general modeling errors
Versatility utilizing several CAD/BIM software
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously within assigned timelines
Experience with MicroStation and ProjectWise required
5+ years experience with SCDOT or NCDOT projects required
Strong teamwork skills
Experience with Autodesk software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D) is a plus
Experience with Bentley InRoads is a plus
Geopak and ORD experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Back-Up Dependent Care
Parental Leave
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships