Project Surveyor

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Accura Engineering is seeking a skilled Project Surveyor to join our team in Chattanooga. You will apply advanced surveying techniques while collaborating with senior survey and engineering professionals to support diverse projects.

The role requires 5+ years in land surveying, certification readiness for GA licensure, and familiarity with lidar/UAV data, GPS, and GDOT standards. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certification in Surveying, qualifying to sit for licensure examinations in Georgia.
• 5+ years’ experience in Land Surveying.
• Aspiration to obtain a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Georgia.
• Experience with mobile/terrestrial lidar, UAV data, and hydrographic surveys.
• Familiarity with GPS networks and related data collection.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and practical applications.
• Experience with GDOT standards and processes.
• GDOT software experience: MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, InRoads.
• Knowledge of hydrographic, GPS, lidar, and UAV surveying methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in FAA Part 107 certification for UAV operation.
• Valid driver’s license with insurable record.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Process field survey data using MicroStation and AutoCAD to create survey drawings.
• Collaborate with a Professional Land Surveyor on survey and design calculations.
• Ensure compliance with client standards and documentation.
• Assist survey team members and contribute to problem-solving.
• Interpret engineering documents and digital files for survey application.
• Perform field data collection and reduction for lidar, UAV, and GPS data.
• Prepare survey deliverables using industry-standard software.
• Stay updated on surveying technologies to improve outcomes.
• Carry out additional surveying-related tasks as required.

Skills

Surveying

Field data collection

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Surveying certification

PLS licensure pursuit (GA)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

OpenRoads Designer

InRoads

Job description

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Accura Engineering is seeking a skilled and motivated Project Surveyor to join our team. In this role, you will apply advanced surveying techniques while working collaboratively with senior survey and engineering professionals. Your contributions will support the successful completion of diverse and exciting projects.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Process daily field survey data using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD to create high-quality survey drawings.
• Collaborate with a Professional Land Surveyor to perform survey and design calculations adhering to federal, state, local, and company standards.
• Ensure all work complies with client standards, specifications, and required documentation.
• Provide assistance to survey team members and contribute to problem‑solving efforts.
• Interpret engineering documents and digital files for accurate survey application.
• Perform field data collection and reduction for hydrographic surveys, GPS networks, lidar data, and UAV data.
• Support the preparation of survey deliverables, including models and reports, using industry‑standard software and tools.
• Stay updated on emerging surveying technologies and software to improve project outcomes.
• Carry out additional surveying‑related tasks as required.

Education/Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Certification in Surveying, qualifying to sit for licensure examinations in Georgia.
• 5+ years’ experience in Land Surveying.
• Aspiration to obtain a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Georgia.
• Experience with the collection and reduction of mobile and terrestrial lidar data, UAV data, and hydrographic surveys.
• Familiarity with GPS networks and related data collection
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and practical applications.
• Experience with GDOT standards and processes
• Experience with GDOT software, including MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads.
• Knowledge of hydrographic, GPS, lidar, and UAV surveying methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in obtaining FAA Part 107 certification for UAV operation.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a proactive attitude.
• Capability to manage assigned tasks independently and meet project deadlines.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify