Project Surveyor

Wood Rodgers, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood Rodgers, Inc. is seeking a Project Surveyor in Pleasanton, CA to handle land surveying tasks including ALTA surveys, records of survey, parcel maps, and legal descriptions for a variety of clients.

The role emphasizes timely project scheduling, field instruction, and collaboration with our Survey Department. The ideal candidate has at least five years of land development experience, LSIT is required, and PLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience in land development.
• LSIT is required and PLS is preferred.
• Experience with ESRI GIS, boundary and legal principles, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Schedule survey projects and monitor completion.
• Instruct survey crews for field work; perform field and office tasks.
• Prepare and review drawings from plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Interpret field notes and sketches; compute surveys, plats, and easements.
• Use AutoCAD to produce ALTA/NSPS surveys, records of surveys, maps, and exhibits.
• Prepare and review legal descriptions and exhibits for parcels and easements.
• Compile land title information from title reports and records.

Skills

Project coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

LSIT certification

PLS license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ESRI GIS

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Description

Are you seeking a career where you can foster a positive working environment and enhance employee relations? Do you possess flexibility, proactivity, approachability, a knack for problem-solving, and a good sense of humor? If so, you’ve found the right place!

Department: Survey

Location: Pleasanton, CA

Compensation: $46.75 - $55.00 / hour

Wood Rodgers, a leading engineering consulting firm, is hiring a project surveyor to join our Survey Department. We are seeking someone that enjoys various tasks associated with land surveying and mapping, such as preparing and processing ALTA Surveys, Records of Survey, Parcel Maps, Final Maps, plats and exhibits, legal descriptions, and easement documents for a wide range of public and private projects and clients.

This is a staffed, hourly, non-exempt position.

What you will be doing

• Schedule survey projects and monitor completion.
• Instruct survey crews for field work needed.
• Prepare and review detailed drawings from sketches, plans, specifications, and written and verbal instructions using civil, survey and computer aided drafting programs (i.e., AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Interpret field notes and sketches.
• Perform and review various computations including closure, precision, and calculations for surveys, plats, easements, etc.
• Use AutoCAD software to assist in production of ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Record of Surveys, Parcel Maps, Final Maps, and other various survey related documents.
• Prepare and review legal descriptions and exhibits for parcel and easement acquisition.
• Compile land title information from title reports and records research.
• Preferred, but not required: generate detailed topographic surveys, process conventional and GPS data using Trimble Business Center or similar software.

Qualifications & Skills

• High School diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience, with project experience in land development being essential.
• Survey field experience is preferred, but not mandatory
• Land Surveyor-in-Training (LSIT) is required and holding a Professional Licensed Surveyor (PLS) is preferred.
• The candidate should have experience with ESRI Geographic Information System (GIS), have a strong knowledge of boundary and legal principals, and be proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects.
• Skilled in preparing proposals, scope of work documents, and budget estimates.

A note on hourly pay ranges

The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors, including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers. If you feel you meet the requirements but may be outside of the pay range, please apply anyway and let’s talk through it.

How we elevate your game

• A Unique Culture: We’re an engineering firm that feels refreshingly different. As inventors who ask, “why not?”, our leadership empowers employees to grow, challenge conventions, and develop creative solutions. We host grand parties, offer surprise days off, and consistently reinvest in our employees rather than focusing solely on corporate profits. While these perks contribute to our vibrant culture, it's the remarkable people at the heart of it all - individuals who are passionate about learning, teaching, helping, and collaborating.
• Teamwork: Experience what it means to be part of the Wood Rodgers family. Be inspired by your leaders, supported and encouraged by your teammates to live a full and exciting life, and receive holistic support in your work and personal endeavors. Visit our website or follow us on social media @woodrodgersinc to get a glimpse of our dynamic community!
• Learning + Development: Engage in leadership development programs and goal setting to unlock new possibilities for your career and life. Grow within the company through mentorship and achieve your potential as a leader from the moment you’re hired.