Project Land Surveyor

kierwright; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Free office snacks

Job summary

kierwright in Livermore, California, is seeking a Project Surveyor to manage all surveying phases for various projects under supervision. This role encompasses planning, executing surveys, and ensuring project documentation aligns with standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Geomatics Engineering or similar, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Benefits include competitive pay ($75,000 - $105,000) and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ relevant experience in Land Surveying.
• Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) required, License preferred.
• General knowledge of utility plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of surveying on multiple projects.
• Plan, organize, direct, and control project team activities.
• Review and understand Agreements and Title reports.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Contract negotiations

Project management

Geomatics Engineering

Boundary resolution

G.P.S. control networks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Bluebeam

Job description

Summary

In this role, the Project Surveyor will be responsible for overseeing all phases of surveying on multiple projects under the direct supervision of a Licensed Surveyor. They will assist the Licensed Surveyor by organizing, managing and executing all types of surveys and be responsible for reviewing all work being prepared.

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Understanding of contract negotiations, client billing and contract amendments for changes to scope and fees under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor
• Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling project team activities under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor.
• Work closely with Management to develop project scopes and schedules and track and maintain project budgets.
• Develop working relationships with client, contractors, stakeholders, relevant agencies.

Technical

• Under the supervision of a Licensed Surveyor :
• Work with field and office personnel, both as a team member and independently, to produce Record of Surveys, A.L.T.A. surveys, Plats and Legal Descriptions, Topographic Surveys, Lot line Adjustments, easement exhibits, and any document required for project completion
• Reduce and process field notes, sketches, checklists and digital data in required formats for Project Managers, Land Surveyors and Drafting personnel
• Calculate accurate Easements and Boundary Lines from Record Maps and Grant Deed Descriptions and Title reports.
• Review and understand Agreements, CC&R’s and other documents within Title reports.
• Generate accurate Surfaces and Contours through AutoCAD.
• Preparing drawings per company CAD standards.
• Perform site field checks.
• Perform property information research duties for record of surveys, tract maps, parcel maps, deeds, as‑built, etc., using internet and document search software.
• Analyze field data & plot accurately onto a cad file (i.e. description codes, invert Dip sheets)
• Ability to create a 3D model from a point cloud.
• Adjust conventional and G.P.S. control networks.
• Resolve boundaries using accepted boundary and legal principles and case, state and federal laws under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience + Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent years of experience in Land Surveying
• 5+ years’ relevant experience
• Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) required, License preferred
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, Bluebeam, etc.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, required.
• Knowledge and understanding of all types of utility plans

Why Kier + Wright?

• Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
• Competitive Pay ($75,000 - $105,000 DOE, location, + work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office)
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Free office snacks
• Much more!

Who we are

Since 1972, Kier + Wright has provided both private and public sector clients with engineering and surveying work that is efficient, cost-effective and forward-thinking. We offer a full range of services to support commercial, industrial, and high-density residential development and redevelopment projects. For more information about our services, visit kierwright.com. EEO