Field Surveyor Technician

Azar Design Co; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Azar Design Co., a multidisciplinary firm in New York, seeks Field Surveyors / Survey Technicians to support transportation, infrastructure, and construction projects across New York State. You will perform field surveying, collect accurate data, assist with construction layout, and support project teams through all phases of work.

Reporting to the Chief Surveyor, you will operate Total Stations, GPS, and data collectors, travel to sites, maintain field notes, and ensure safety on site per OSHA

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of surveying or construction field experience.
• Experience operating Total Stations, GPS equipment, digital levels, and electronic data collectors.
• Familiarity with topographic, boundary, surveying and as-built surveys.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, construction plans, and survey control information.
• Familiarity with NYSDOT Land Surveying Standards and construction surveying practices.
• Experience with software like AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson Survey, Trimble Business Center is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction layout and staking for buildings, roadways, bridges, utilities, airports, rail, and site development projects.
• Establish and verify horizontal and vertical survey control using GPS, robotic total stations, digital levels, and electronic data collectors.
• Collect topographic, boundary, utility, and as-built survey data.
• Assist with construction stakeout for foundations, grading, drainage, utilities, paving, and structural elements.
• Operate survey instruments and maintain accurate field notes and electronic data files.
• Download, organize, and verify field data for processing and preparation of survey deliverables.
• Assist with quantity measurements, earthwork calculations, and field verification of construction progress.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, survey plans, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, inspectors, and field personnel to support project objectives.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure instruments remain calibrated and in proper working condition.
• Perform work safely while complying with OSHA standards, company safety policies, and project-specific requirements.
• Travel to project sites throughout New York State as required.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Reading engineering drawings

Field surveying experience

Education

High School Diploma or associate's degree in surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, Geomatics, or related field

Tools

Total Stations

GPS equipment

Digital levels

Electronic data collectors

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Carlson Survey

Trimble Business Center

LiDAR (laser scanning)

Job description

Azar Design Co, a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, surveying, environmental, and construction management firm with over 45 years of experience, is motivated Field Surveyors / Survey Technicians to support a wide range of transportation, aviation, infrastructure, utility, and vertical construction projects throughout New York City and New York State. Field surveyors technicians will report directly to the Chief Surveyor, this position will perform field surveying activities, collect accurate survey data, assist with construction layout, and support project teams throughout all phases of construction. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow their surveying career while working alongside experienced professionals on high-profile public and private sector projects.

***This position supports opportunities in New York City and various locations throughout New York State. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience***

Key Responsibilities

• Perform construction layout and staking for buildings, roadways, bridges, utilities, airports, rail, and site development projects.
• Establish and verify horizontal and vertical survey control using GPS, robotic total stations, digital levels, and electronic data collectors.
• Collect topographic, boundary, utility, and as-built survey data.
• Assist with construction stakeout for foundations, grading, drainage systems, utilities, paving, and structural elements.
• Operate survey instruments and maintain accurate field notes and electronic data files.
• Download, organize, and verify field data for processing and preparation of survey deliverables.
• Assist with quantity measurements, earthwork calculations, and field verification of construction progress.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, survey plans, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, inspectors, and field personnel to support project objectives.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure instruments remain calibrated and in proper working condition.
• Perform work safely while complying with OSHA standards, company safety policies, and project-specific requirements.
• Travel to project sites throughout New York State as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or associate's degree in surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, Geomatics, or a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 1–5 years of surveying or construction field experience preferred.
• Experience operating Total Stations, GPS equipment, digital levels, and electronic data collectors.
• Familiarity with construction layout, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, and as-built surveys.
• Basic understanding of NYSDOT Land Surveying Standards and construction surveying practices.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, construction plans, and survey control information.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson Survey, Trimble Business Center, or similar software is a plus.
• Experience with laser scanning (LiDAR) and other advanced survey technologies is preferred but not required.

Requirement

• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Strong mathematical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on active construction sites.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout New York State based on project needs.