Project Surveyor

Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC is seeking a Project Surveyor in Austin, Texas to lead land surveying projects. The role involves supervising field staff, collaborating with engineering teams, and providing guidance to junior surveyors. Ideal for newly licensed surveyors eager to develop their expertise.

Responsibilities include managing project timelines, performing field data calculations, and conducting quality control reviews. Candidates must be licensed in Texas and have 0-4 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Professional Surveyor in Texas.
• 0-4 years of experience as a Licensed Surveyor.
• Experience with land title and topographic surveys.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and review land surveying project activities.
• Collaborate with clients to meet project requirements.
• Provide guidance to Survey Technicians.

Skills

ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys

Topographic surveys for design

Construction staking

Research and analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project budget management

Effective communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Professional Surveyor license in Texas

Job description

Overview

The Project Surveyor leads and manages land surveying projects while providing guidance and support to Land Survey staff. This position is ideal for newly licensed surveyors looking to develop their expertise and grow in the profession.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and review activities and deliverables of field and office staff assigned to land surveying projects.
• Collaborate closely with engineering staff and clients to ensure project requirements are met.
• Provide guidance and direction to Survey Technicians and Surveyors in Training.
• Manage and schedule individual projects to ensure timely completion.
• Perform calculations and prepare field packages as required.
• Process acquired field data into neat and accurate plats of survey and/or Metes and Bounds descriptions.
• Perform quality control reviews of drawings and legal descriptions prepared by others.
• Resolve boundaries of properties and oversee boundary construction and related issues.
• Sign and seal completed drawings, legal descriptions, and surveyor’s reports.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Professional Surveyor in the state of employment.
• 0-4 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Surveyor.
• Experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys for design, and construction staking.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage project budgets and invoicing.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with all levels of employees and clients.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Dependable and reliable with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.