Licensed Land Surveyor

Sterling Inspired Staffing.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Vacation Leave

Job summary

A leading staffing agency seeks an experienced Project Surveyor for an office-only role with occasional site visits in San Diego, California. The position involves preparing subdivision maps, coordinating with title companies, and supervising a small team. Candidates should possess a valid California Land Surveyors license and have extensive experience in surveying or mapping along with strong problem-solving skills. Join a firm that prioritizes work-life balance with an alternative schedule and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of experience in surveying or mapping.
• Two years solving complex mapping or engineering problems.
• Ability to communicate with governmental agencies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee subdivision maps and legal descriptions.
• Coordinate with Title Company for title report analysis.
• Supervise and train team members.

Skills

Survey and mapping knowledge

Budget monitoring

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Land Surveyors license in California

General survey and mapping education

Tools

AUTOCAD

CADD systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Surveyor to join our team. This is an office-only role with occasional site visits. This role does not entail field surveying duties. There is an alternative work schedule (half-day Fridays!) + hybrid office schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, oversee and process subdivision maps, records of survey, ALTA surveys, lot line adjustments, legal descriptions, condominium plans and other related subdivision/survey matters.
• Monitor budgets, schedule and coordinate with Engineering Project Managers.
• Prepare project approach, setup and execute mapping tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Title Company and review/analyze title report.
• Resolve surveyed boundaries; calculate and prepare subdivision maps; process maps for agency approval.
• Serve as a subdivision mapping resource for company. Advise on applications of the Subdivision Map Act, Professional Land Surveyors Act, and local codes and ordinances.
• Review and comply with all Tentative Map Conditions of Approval as related to mapping.
• Knowledgeable in the latest mapping standards and applications.
• Responsible for monitoring map schedules, agency fees and procedures.
• Assist senior mapping manager with financial project duties including billing, collection and client satisfaction.
• Maintain close communication with Engineering or Survey Team Leaders or clients relating to schedules, extras, and project mapping criteria and conformance with project concept.
• Provide direct communication with governmental agencies, process maps for approval/recordation, obtain special clearances and permits as related to the project.
• Direct and implement use of AUTOCAD and other CADD systems for design and survey group.
• Provide production support as necessary to fulfill project commitments.
• Review project tasks with team members and schedule work; monitor progress of plan preparation and review work products for accuracy and completeness.
• Notify team of changes and follow-through with engineers and surveyors.
• Coach/train team members and provide growth opportunities with challenging work; conduct regular team meetings.
• Represent the firm in related professional and industry associations.
• Assist other team leaders in preparing Scope of Work/Fee Proposals.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Senior Mapping and Survey Manager, supervises 1-2 employees in the Mapping Team. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education, Experience & Knowledge

• Two years of general survey and mapping education and six years of experience or any combination of college and design experience in land boundary and titles totaling eight years.
• Minimum of two years independently solving complex mapping or engineering problems.
• Land Surveyors license in the State of California required.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, in order to read vintage documents and maps. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Chiropractic, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Colonial Life, 401K (Company match - 50% of 1st 8% of salary deferral). Vacation Leave (Non-Manager): 0-5 years: 10 days/yr. 5-10 years: 15 days/yr. 10+ years: 20 days/yr. Vacation Leave (Manager) 0-10 years: 15 days/yr. 10+ years: 20 days/yr. Sick Leave: 40 hours per year (SD/LA see handbook) ESOP: See Summary Plan Description (SPD)