
CAD Technician
About Us and Your Primary Purpose:
We a recruiting a CAD Technician to work within a high performing team that strives for excellence in all of its fields of practice, in this case using AutoCAD and associated software to author and deliver measured building and topographical survey deliverables authored from point cloud and photos. You will be working closely with other team members to deliver high quality CAD deliverables in tight timescales. Support your colleagues through sharing knowledge and be willing to help one-another to achieve common goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Author Measured Building Survey (MBS) and topographical CAD deliverables from Point cloud data, photos and other information in line with the project specification, and to PCL standard.
- Validate and verify graphical and non-graphical CAD data ensuring consistency across the project deliverables.
- Work collaboratively with the fellow technicians, ensuring that the most appropriate authoring workflow, techniques, and software are utilised across the Project team
- Be fully committed to delivering high quality outputs in accordance with the company standards and QA protocols.
- Take responsibility for managing project data and information, following company protocols.
- Pro-actively communicate with the project team:
- Provide reports on project progress
- Attend meetings, including project handovers
- Openly communicate issues / errors
- Seek clarification when unsure
- Be an active listener
- Should be flexible to re-prioritise work as required by project requirements
- Effective time management to meet tight deadlines
- Engage with UK based colleagues on projects and in other forums to support relationship building and team cohesion
- Work with the PCL team to ensure we deliver a great service by guaranteeing we meet or beat client expectations – in aspects such as quality, timeliness and health & safety.
- Support the continuous improvement of the MBS and topo authoring process and deliverables ensuring they remain at the forefront of the industry, setting the definition of ‘industry best practice’.
- Share knowledge and contribute ideas.
- Undertake all other reasonable tasks as requested.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in converting Point cloud data (scan data) to AutoCAD (UK project experience will be added advantage)
- Architectural / Engineering / Surveying degree or related qualification is preferred
- Knowledge of CAD standards
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to work under pressure during tight deadlines.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in English effectively across the Project Team - clients, colleagues and suppliers
- Team player, Loyal, Self-motivated and pro-active.
- Attention to detail and desire to deliver high-quality outputs
- Experience working internationally desirable
Plowman Craven is a recognised leader in Geospatial Technologies, combining innovation with precision to support clients across the entire asset lifecycle. Trusted by the industry's largest developers, property managers, contractors, and engineering firms, we deliver highly accurate data and insights that drive smarter decision-making and improve project efficiency. Our mission is to push the boundaries of possibility, providing market-leading solutions that shape the future of the built environment.
About You:
- You are required to be based locally in Ahmedabad.
- Excellent communicator (fluent in English and local languages/dialects).
- Commercially astute with strong numeracy skills; experience managing team P&L, cost control, and cash flow.
- Proven integrity—honest, trustworthy, and well-respected.
- Ambitious, driven, and committed to success.
- Strategic thinker with sound decision-making, attention to detail, and a mindset for continuous improvement.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management role, ideally within international or outsourced technical services.
- Experience working with European businesses is a strong advantage.
- Holds a relevant qualification in Business Management, Architecture, Engineering, Surveying, or related discipline.
- Solid understanding of Indian HR practices, business regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Strong leadership and people development skills; able to inspire, manage, and grow high-performing teams.
- Proven client relationship management and communication skills.
- Deep commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence.
- Familiar with industry standards in scan data processing, BIM, CAD modelling, and surveying.
- Capable of managing international client relationships and driving continuous performance improvement.
We are an equal opportunity employer and shall take additional measures to support any candidate who needs assistance with the recruitment process.
If you have any questions about this role please email recruitment@plowmancraven.co.uk
Benefits of working at Plowman Craven
Plowman Craven is a great place to work and offers a range of competitive family friendly benefits including:
- 25 Days Annual Leave - increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays
- Performance related bonus
- Professional membership & development
- Salary sacrifice pension contribution scheme
- Flexible/remote working (role dependent)
- Travel loans & travel cards (Zone 1+2) for London-based roles
- Access to fleet vehicles
- Life assurance
- Enhanced family friendly benefits
- Healthcare benefits
- Wellbeing & mental health programme
- Social activities organised throughout the year
- Harpenden & London offices
- Employee owned company held in a Trust for the benefit of employees
- EOT profit sharing scheme
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