Professional Surveyor and Mapper (PSM)

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Vision plan

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

George F. Young, Inc. is seeking a Professional Surveyor & Mapper (PSM/PLS) to lead our growing surveying team in Florida.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of experience, Florida licensure, and a strong background in ALTA surveys, design surveys for roadways and pipelines, and topographic surveys. This role combines project management, team leadership, and business development, with responsibility for proposals, cost estimates, client relationships, and BD strategy.

Qualifications

• Florida PSM license or ability to obtain within 12 months
• 10+ years of surveying and mapping experience, including FDOT projects
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Experience with highway alignments, right-of-way, topographic surveys
• Strong business development and client relationship skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all surveying and mapping projects in your market area
• Collaborate with client representatives to understand project goals, scope, and deliverables
• Prepare and review project proposals, cost estimates, and work plans for client approval
• Ensure quality assurance throughout project execution
• Lead a team of surveyors and mappers, providing guidance and training
• Coordinate with other departments and subcontractors involved in projects
• Develop BD strategy and pursue new contracts

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Business development

Client communication

Quality assurance

Planning and scheduling

Mentoring

Education

Florida Professional Surveyor and Mapper license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Total stations

GPS receivers

Job description

George F. Young, Inc. (GFY) is seeking a Professional Surveyor & Mapper (PSM/PLS) to join our growing survey team. At GFY, we are proud of our work dynamic and culture. We are friends and coworkers. We encourage team building and strive to provide a workplace that assures creative thinking, growth, and balance. Founded over 100 years ago, we celebrate our past and future, building on our years of integrity, quality, and service to our clients and employees.

The ideal candidate for this position will have at least 10 years of experience managing multiple projects across various aspects of survey work. The candidate should have a strong background in several of the following: ALTA surveys, design surveys for roadways and pipelines, including reading and interpreting Right of Way Maps, construction layout, and staking, including reading and interpreting construction plans, and preparation of calculations for a stakeout, and reading, interpreting, and preparing legal descriptions. In this role, a strong background in preparing subdivision and condominium plats, as well as topographic surveys, is a plus. As a Professional Surveyor & Mapper, the role will also require business development efforts; you are expected to thrive in an environment where you are responsible for managing and executing the full BD life cycle across multiple simultaneous pursuits and proposals in a fast-paced environment. You are expected to identify gaps and emerging program requirements, perform market and economic analysis, conduct business intelligence, execute formal capture plans, and monitor competitor activity. You will assist in developing the overall BD strategy for internal and external partnerships and campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Project Management:
• Manage and supervise all surveying and mapping projects in your market area, adhering to project schedules and requirements.
• Collaborate with client representatives and project stakeholders to understand project goals, scope, and deliverables.
• Prepare and review project proposals, cost estimates, and work plans for client approval.
• Ensure quality assurance throughout project execution
• Team Leadership and Coordination:
• Lead a team of surveyors and mappers, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Assign tasks, establish priorities, and monitor team performance to ensure project goals are met.
• Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
• Coordinate with other departments and subcontractors involved in projects to ensure smooth project progression.
• Surveying and Mapping Expertise:
• Utilize advanced surveying equipment, software, and methodologies to perform accurate field surveys and measurements.
• Conduct surveys for highway alignments, right-of-way boundaries, control points, and topographic features.
• Prepare and review survey plats, legal descriptions, right-of-way maps, and other survey-related documents.
• Ensure proper geodetic control and coordinate systems are established and maintained for all projects.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance:
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure accuracy
• Conduct regular reviews of survey data, measurements, and mapping information to identify and address any discrepancies or errors.
• Perform quality audits on completed surveys
• Client Relationship Management/Business Development:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client representatives and project stakeholders on surveying and mapping matters.
• Communicate project progress, issues, and findings to clients and other stakeholders clearly and concisely.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all clients and stakeholders, addressing their concerns and ensuring their satisfaction.
• Seek opportunities for additional projects and collaborate with business development teams to secure new contracts.

Experience and Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position shall include the following:

• Registration as a Professional Surveyor and Mapper in the State of Florida, in accordance with Chapter 472, Florida Statutes, or the ability to obtain Florida Licensing within 12 months of employment
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in surveying and mapping, with a strong background in FDOT projects.
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience is mandatory
• In-depth knowledge of FDOT surveying and mapping standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Proficiency in using surveying equipment, such as total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Advanced skills in surveying and mapping software, including AutoCAD and GIS.
• Proven experience providing excellent customer service and meeting project schedules
• Support for overall strategic planning and business development efforts within an organization
• Demonstrate an understanding of the shifting landscape faced by A/E/C firms, including the value of partnerships and the changing regulatory environment
• Maintaining and growing current accounts along with successfully identifying and securing new business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Skill in planning, organizing, and managing multiple work assignments concurrently
• Familiar with engineering design and construction practices
• Skills to coach, mentor, and motivate employees
• Strong organizational, time management, attention to detail, and analytical skills

Benefits

All qualifying employees receive benefits, including health and dental insurance, vision plan, personal time off, paid holidays, professional development, including tuition reimbursement, and community involvement.

George F. Young, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. George F. Young, Inc. participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program and is a drug-free workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

About George F. Young, Inc

Founded in St. Petersburg, Florida, in 1919 by pioneer engineer and surveyor George Fleming Young, George F. Young, Inc. (GFY) has been in continuous operation for over 100 years and remains a Florida-owned company today. GFY has grown into a single source for land development in educational, healthcare, institutional, municipal, and residential facilities, as well as parks and recreation, property transactions, and transportation engineering, while expanding our reach throughout Florida and the Caribbean Basin. GFY's company culture and guiding values - integrity, quality, and service have created a collaborative and dynamic environment that fosters partnership, professional growth, and fulfillment. Explore our careers and become a GFY'er for life!

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