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Sona Jose

Leamington Spa,Warwickshire,

Summary

Skilled and dependable CAD Specialist and Civil Engineer with over 7 years of experience across a range of sectors, including construction, energy, highways, water, and environmental projects. Adept at producing precise 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, with a working knowledge of Revit to support BIM-related tasks. Experienced in preparing topographical surveys, utility layouts, drainage designs, and infrastructure drawings, ensuring alignment with UK industry standards. A strong collaborator with field teams, engineers, and project managers, with a proven track record of delivering accurate, timely, and well-coordinated design outputs across diverse multidisciplinary projects.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

CAD Design Specialist

SOCOTEC
Progress Cl, Binley, Coventry CV3 2TF
06.2023 - Current
  • Produced accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings using topographic and utility survey data for map production, assigning appropriate quality levels to utility data based on GPR results.
  • Conducted quality analysis of Revit models prepared by partner teams, using point cloud data with the assistance of Autodesk ReCap, Revit, and Autodesk Viewer, ensuring compliance with project standards, BIM Execution Plans, and internal QA procedures.
  • Presented a variety of CAD drawings across multiple survey disciplines, including aerial, geophysical, setting-out services, topographical, CCTV, GPR, underground utilities, asset mapping, measured building surveys, and laser scanning.
  • Created setting-out drawings, cross-sections, and long sections to support civil engineering and construction projects.
  • Coordinated closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify design requirements and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
  • Trained and onboarded new team members on CAD standards, workflows, and project-specific procedures, contributing to improved team efficiency and consistency.
  • Completed data processing documentation and provided accurate, innovative mapping solutions for land and underground utility analysis.

Junior CAD Technician Level 2

SOCOTEC
Progress Cl, Binley, Coventry CV3 2TF
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Liaised regularly with field surveyors to review and finalise drawings, offering constructive feedback to enhance data accuracy and clarity.
  • Developed accurate 3D models using point cloud data to support design and planning processes.
  • Used Google Earth imagery to cross-reference survey data and validate geographical features, supporting improved spatial accuracy in CAD deliverables.
  • Compiled statutory utility records to support desktop studies during the early planning and design stages.
  • Ensured all drawing outputs adhered to company CAD standards, client specifications, and project-specific requirements.

Junior CAD Technician Level 1

SOCOTEC
Progress Cl, Binley, Coventry CV3 2TF
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared measured building survey data, including detailed floor plans, sections, and elevations.
  • Produced and finalised CAD drawings, including sheet setup and annotation.
  • Edited and updated existing architectural layouts to reflect revised design specifications and modernisation requirements.
  • Applied AutoCAD tools to create practical and visually clear design solutions.

Design Administrator

Com Group Ltd
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 7GZ
04.2023 - 05.2023

Junior AutoCAD Design Engineer

Maple's Constructions (Builders and Architects)
Adoor, Kerala, India
03.2021 - 10.2022

Deputy Manager

AXIS BANK PVT LTD
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
04.2020 - 03.2021

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil

Visvesvaraya Technological University
Karnataka, India (2014 - 2018)
04.2001 -

12th Grade - 95% (Equivalent to A Levels) - Bio Science And Maths

St. Teresa's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School
Kannur, Kerala, India (2011 - 2013)
04.2001 -

S.S.L.C - 90% (Equivalent To GCSEs) - Double Science, Maths, IT, Physical Education, History, Geography and Languages

Government Vocational Higher Secondary School
Kannur, Kerala, India (2010 - 2011)
04.2001 -

Skills

    Technical Skills:

  • AutoCAD
  • Civil 3D
  • Revit
  • Geolitix
  • SCC
  • ERDAS
  • ArcGIS
  • STAADPro
  • Autodesk Recap

    Personal Strengths:

  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Adaptive to any changing environment
  • Data gathering and reviewing
  • Relationship building
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Speaks five languages
  • Cultural Awareness

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Junior CAD Technician Level 2

SOCOTEC
10.2023 - 12.2024

CAD Design Specialist

SOCOTEC
06.2023 - Current

Junior CAD Technician Level 1

SOCOTEC
06.2023 - 10.2023

Design Administrator

Com Group Ltd
04.2023 - 05.2023

Junior AutoCAD Design Engineer

Maple's Constructions (Builders and Architects)
03.2021 - 10.2022

Deputy Manager

AXIS BANK PVT LTD
04.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil

Visvesvaraya Technological University
04.2001 -

12th Grade - 95% (Equivalent to A Levels) - Bio Science And Maths

St. Teresa's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -

S.S.L.C - 90% (Equivalent To GCSEs) - Double Science, Maths, IT, Physical Education, History, Geography and Languages

Government Vocational Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -

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