Lead Cad Drafter

Glass Roots Construction (GRC) was founded by a team of well‑founded career telecom and construction professionals. We look to leverage the latest technologies, best‑in‑industry equipment, and up‑to‑date construction and safety practices to build a first‑class fiber optic utility construction firm in multiple markets throughout the US.

Lead CAD Drafter (Full Time) – Remote (Denver, CO)

• Draft, coordinate surveys, and produce permitting drawings for aerial and underground fiber optic utilities.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver high‑quality drawings under company engineering standards.
• Support the Project Manager and Drafting Manager in administrative tasks, quality control, and timeline communication.
• Create basemaps, as‑builds, Google Earth/KMZ files, GIS data, and AutoCAD drawings.
• Work directly with engineering staff and subcontractors on routing, cost estimation, and ROW construction drawings.

• Assist Design and Draft Manager in all CAD template creation.
• Review and finalize aerial and underground permit drawings.
• Ensure compliance with national UG and NESC engineering standards.
• Evaluate engineering scope and logistics for each project.
• Maintain timely completion of drafting deliverables.
• Assist in gathering engineering data to determine optimal routes and costs.
• Communicate drafting timelines and milestones to the project team.
• Perform quality control checks for drafts and drafting subcontractors.
• Assist VP of Engineering with engineering dates and design solution milestones.

• Minimum 4 years of drafting experience in the telecom industry.
• Proficiency in drafting for various states and jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding of utility construction processes and terminology.
• Experience with GIS practices and AutoCAD workflow.
• Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt engineering products and deliver milestones.

• Strong data entry and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with CAD template standards and as‑build drafting.
• Knowledge of Google Suite, Zoho, and project‑management tools.
• Process orientation and continuous improvement focus.

• Valid driver’s license.
• 4‑year degree, military experience, or 6 years of related work experience.
• Travel required (approx. 5 %).

• Salary range: $70,000 – $90,000 + 10 % bonus.
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• 401(k) contributions.
• Remote‑friendly team.
• 5 days sick leave, 15 days paid time off, 7 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays.

Glass Roots Construction is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.