Land Surveyor

STV, Inc.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,709 - 63,305; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

STV, Inc. is seeking an experienced Professional Land Surveyor in South Carolina to lead survey efforts on multiple projects, ensure high-quality data, and oversee field teams. The ideal candidate will have SC licensure, 4+ years of surveying, and a track record with municipalities, counties, or SCDOT.

The role requires strong leadership, client communication, and the ability to deliver accurate results on time and within budget, including procedures for project delivery and QA/QC processes.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of surveying experience required.
• Licensed in South Carolina is required.
• Experience with municipalities, counties, SCDOT or private developers.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead a project from kickoff to delivery, ensuring client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the survey task on multiple projects and mentor survey staff.
• Prepare scopes of work and fees, and provide QA/QC.
• Review survey data accuracy; sign and seal survey documents.
• Develop procedures, systems, and methods for project delivery.
• Supervise construction verification surveys on state highway and bridge projects.

Skills

Boundary analysis

Project leadership

Mentoring staff

Client coordination

Tools

Microstation

OpenRoads

Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Carlson Survey

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

STV is experiencing tremendous growth. If you are seeking a challenging, rewarding professional career, the time is right to join STV. Our South Carolina Field Services & CEI operation is seeking an immediate hire of an experienced Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).

STV offers a competitive package for all prospective employees, including competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life), vacation/sick leave, and retirement plan with employer match, as well as opportunities to gain valuable project management experience.

Responsibilities and qualifications

• The Professional Land Surveyor must possess work experience with some combination of municipalities, counties, SCDOT, and private developers.
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in surveying is required.
• Review the accuracy of all survey data collected by technicians, including site plans, charts, plats, maps, records, and documents related to surveys. Sign and seal survey documents and assist in developing procedures, systems, and methods for project delivery.
• Lead the survey task on multiple projects, mentor survey staff, prepare scopes of work and fees, and provide quality assurance / quality control.
• Must be registered in the State of South Carolina, with strong knowledge in boundary analysis and resolution, topographic, and construction surveys. Strong organizational, written, and verbal skills are required.
• Ability to lead a successful project (on time, under budget, and accurate) from kickoff to delivery while maintaining client satisfaction is critical to this position.
• Technical capabilities should include proficiency with Microstation, OpenRoads, Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson Survey, and Microsoft Office products (preferred).
• The successful candidate will supervise and lead construction verification surveys on state highway and bridge construction projects.

• Valid Driver License is required.
• Highly qualified candidates will possess the following:
• Registration in multiple states is a plus.
• Experience with Level B SUE and Utility Test Holes is a plus.
• Transportation Alternative Delivery Experience is a plus.
• Remote Pilot Certification is a plus.
• Experience with LiDAR technology or traditional photogrammetry is a plus.
• Previous experience developing survey deliverables compliant with SCDOT's Pre-Construction Survey Manual is a plus. NCDOT or GDOT experience is a plus.

Compensation Range: $55,709.00 - $63,305.00

Benefits

• 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 (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Final salary offers may be outside this range based on geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.