Land Surveyor In Training (LSIT)

Alliant Engineering; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary + Bonus

ESOP and 401k

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development

Casual Work Environment

Job summary

Alliant Engineering is seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) for our Jacksonville, FL office. You will work closely with the Project Manager on projects, applying surveying techniques and modern tools to deliver maps, plats, and boundary work.

The position requires registration pursuit in Florida within six months, 10+ years of experience, and strong communication skills. CAD proficiency and fieldwork expertise are essential, with a focus on client service and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Florida Professional Surveyor and Mapper registration within six months of hire.
• Minimum 10 years of overall surveying experience.
• Thorough knowledge of land surveying principles and practices.
• Experience with MicroStation, Geo-Pak, FDOT SS4, Carlson Survey, Pix4D Mapper, Trimble BCT or Civil 3D CAD software.
• Proven project/task management on FDOT/Public Works projects and Site Development/ALTA surveys.
• Minimum 3 years of CAD experience.
• Proficient with field equipment and standard field procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex survey/geomatic calculations and analysis for maps, plats, and right-of-way mapping.
• Compile and research existing data to efficiently complete survey requirements.
• Coordinate and assist in preparing project estimates and schedules.
• Analyze deeds, title reports and other materials for survey maps and reports.
• Coordinate with team members and review field notes and results.
• Oversee surveys to establish and map boundaries for properties and topographic features.
• Review legal descriptions and ensure QC before final delivery.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Oral & written communication

Customer service

Tools

MicroStation

Geo-Pak

FDOT SS4

Carlson Survey

Pix4D Mapper

Trimble Business Center

Civil 3D

Job description

You deserve a job that you feel proud of, where you can channel your knowledge and skills into projects that positively affect communities, and where you design your own path. This is Alliant. Become an employee-owner of a growing engineering and consulting firm where we value collaboration with opportunities to grow and succeed. Our success is driven by our employee-owners, and we’re excited to have you be a part of it.

The Impact You’ll Have:

We are seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) to join our Jacksonville, FL office. The successful candidate will possess the ability to analyze problems, envision solutions and develop deliverables using state of the art technology in a fast paced and dynamic work environment. The LSIT will work closely with our Project Manager on all projects. The LSIT will have the responsibility for technical performance on projects and/or designated tasks. Work requires application of standard surveying techniques and procedures, professional judgment to make modifications or execute complex features or solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Perform complex survey/geomatic calculations and analysis of survey data for preparing survey maps, plats and right of way mapping
• Compile and research existing data for projects as needed to efficiently complete survey requirements
• Coordinate and assist in preparing project estimates and schedules
• Analyze deeds, title reports and other research materials for the production of survey maps and reports
• Effective coordination and communication with other team members
• Write and review legal descriptions
• Oversee surveys to establish and map boundaries for properties, topographic studies, construction features, etc. This includes maps, reports, legal descriptions and more
• Search legal records, survey records, plans, specifications, land titles, etc. to obtain information about property boundaries and other items of interest specific to the tasks being surveyed
• Complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure QC process has been completed prior to survey products advancing to the PSM for final delivery.
• Responsible for technical performance on small projects and/or designated tasks on large projects
• Guide, mentor and direct survey analysts and technicians in the completion of their assignments
• Review field notes, daily records and data results received from survey staff

Qualifications:

• The ability to obtain registration as a Professional Surveyor and Mapper in the State of Florida, in accordance with Chapter 472, Florida Statutes within six (6) months of hire.
• Minimum of 10 years overall experience
• Thorough knowledge of land surveying principles and practices
• Experience with any of the following: MicroStation, Geo-Pak, FDOT SS4, Carlson Survey, Pix4D Mapper, Trimble Business Center or Civil 3D CADD software
• Successful history of project/task management on FDOT or Public Works Projects as well as Site Development and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys
• Proven experience providing excellent customer service and meeting project schedules
• Minimum 3 years of CAD experience
• Proficient with field equipment and standard field procedures
• Capacity to multi-task and efficiently respond to changing priorities
• Substantial oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years FDOT Location Surveying and right of way mapping processes and standards
• Post-secondary training in CAD programs
• General experience working directly with clients and managing projects

Benefits:

At Alliant, we take care of our employees by offering a world class benefit package including:

• Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities
• Market-Leading Profit Sharing, ESOP and 401k Contribution Programs
• Medical (with HSA Contribution), Dental, and Vision Plans
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Wellness Programs and Competitions
• Generous Annual Leave and Compensatory Time Off Programs
• Flexible Schedules
• Casual Work Environment
• Paid Professional Development and Training
• Community Involvement/Charity Events
• Numerous Employee Focused Events (Lunch & Learns, Office Recreation Room, Off-Site Socials, Etc.)

Who We Are:

Recently named as one of Northeast Florida’s Top Places to Work, Alliant Engineering, an employee-owned company, is a growing engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and surveying firm with a strong culture of quality, delivery, and innovation. Our employee owners are driven by a commitment to build better communities with excellence and passion. At Alliant we work hard; we have fun; and we love it.

Within our Minnesota and Florida offices, we blend collaboration with integrity and forward-thinking to develop design solutions that address current needs and future aspirations. Internally, we strive to provide a diverse and equitable culture of support and opportunities. Then, it extends outwardly by giving back to charitable organizations in our communities. Alliant Engineering seeks straightforward people who value smart solutions, intelligent discussion, and a collaborative approach to achieving great things. Always humbly confident, we believe in creating work that speaks for itself.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.