Project Surveyor

RICK; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rick Engineering Company (RICK) in Tucson, AZ is seeking Project Surveyors at multiple levels to join a multidisciplinary team. You will deliver high-quality land survey work, coordinate with clients and agencies, and contribute to project performance and client satisfaction.

This role offers mentorship, growth, and the chance to work on landmark projects. The position may be filled at Assistant Survey PM, Associate Survey PM, or Principal Survey PM based on licensure and experience.

Qualifications

• LSIT in the state of practice is required or preferred.
• BSLS or related Geomatics/Surveying Engineering Technology degree or equivalent is required.
• RLS/PLS credential is preferred for higher levels and leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage or support land survey projects from start-up through completion.
• Coordinate activity with clients, agencies, design teams, field crews and internal departments.
• Help keep projects on schedule and within budget through planning and communication.
• Prepare or support proposals, scopes, budgets, contracts, schedules, and billing documentation.

Skills

Land survey

CAD

Quality standards

Communication

Project coordination

Team leadership

Client service

Time management

Education

LSIT in state of practice

BSLS or related degree

RLS/PLS credential

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Levels: Assistant Survey PM, Associate Survey PM, or Principal Survey PM | Land Survey

If you are looking for a place to grow your career and make a difference – RICK is the place for you! As a Project Surveyor in Tucson, Arizona you will have an opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team on meaningful, landmark projects. As a RICK team member, you will help clients and communities turn their dreams into reality. You will learn from and work alongside industry-leading experts, and together shape the future of tomorrow. At RICK you will find an abundance of opportunities for mentorship, growth, and (of course) fun! Grow your career and make a difference with RICK by visiting www.rickengineering.com

This posting covers three career levels—Assistant Survey PM, Associate Survey PM, and Principal Survey PM—and may be filled at the level that best matches the selected candidate’s licensure, experience, leadership capability, and demonstrated project scope.

In this role, you will help deliver accurate, high-quality land survey work; coordinate with clients, agencies, consultants, and internal teams; and contribute to project performance, client satisfaction, and the continued growth of the land survey practice.

How level is determined: Final title and level will be based on the candidate’s credentials, relevant experience, ability to exercise independent judgment, supervisory scope, client responsibility, and business-development contribution.

What You’ll Do

• Manage or support land survey projects from start-up through completion, including research, survey limits, field/office coordination, jurisdictional processing, deliverables, and construction support.
• Coordinate project activity with clients, governmental agencies, design teams, field crews, analysts, drafters, consultants, and other internal departments.
• Help keep projects on schedule and within budget through planning, problem-solving, contract administration, billing support, account management, and timely communication.
• Prepare or support proposals, scopes, budgets, contracts, schedules, and billing documentation in accordance with corporate guidelines.
• Maintain quality and cost control by following scopes of work, project checklists, CAD standards, the Quality Control Manual, and established corporate standards.
• Apply land surveying principles and CAD tools to topographic surveys, surfaces and contours, boundary and right-of-way analysis, plats and maps, Records and Results of Survey, utilities, easements, and coordinate geometry calculations.
• Lead, mentor, train, and coordinate survey staff at a level appropriate to the position; contribute to staffing, performance feedback, and team development.
• Build constructive relationships and communicate effectively with clients, public agencies, subcontractors, consultants, and coworkers.

Career Levels

Candidates may be considered for one of the following levels:

Level

Typical Scope

Credentials & Experience

Supervisory Scope

Assistant Survey PM

Supports project delivery, coordinates day-to-day work, assists with proposals and project controls, and develops team-leadership capability under regular guidance.

LSIT in the state of practice. BSLS or a related Geomatics/Surveying Engineering Technology degree (or equivalent) plus a minimum of 5 years of land development and/or public works surveying experience; or 9 years of equivalent relevant experience

Typically 0–2 staff, as assigned.

Associate Survey PM

Independently manages projects and client coordination, makes effective surveying decisions, contributes to proposals and account management, and manages and develops project staff.

RLS/PLS plus a BSLS or related degree plus a minimum of 7 years of land development and/or public works surveying experience; or 10 years of equivalent relevant experience. Must possess Assistant-level capabilities.

Typically 1–3 staff, as assigned.

Principal Survey PM

Leads complex projects and key client relationships, authors proposals, supports new business development, oversees team performance, and contributes to the successful operation and growth of the land survey group.

RLS/PLS plus a BSLS or related degree plus a minimum of 8 years of land development and/or public works surveying experience; or 12 years of equivalent relevant experience. Must possess Assistant- and Associate-level capabilities.

Typically 1–5 staff, as assigned.

What You Bring

• Demonstrated knowledge of land survey techniques, tools, quality standards, and the production of precise technical plans, drawings, maps, and models.
• Sound judgment and the ability to evaluate alternatives, solve problems, and make decisions appropriate to the position’s level of responsibility.
• Working knowledge of CAD applications; familiarity with company CAD standards and quality-control procedures is strongly valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain information clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Effective organization and time management, including the ability to manage personal priorities and coordinate the work of others.
• A client-service mindset and productive relationships with agencies, clients, consultants, subcontractors, and coworkers.
• Professional composure, a positive attitude, receptiveness to feedback, and effectiveness under pressure.
• A good driving record and the ability to drive a personal or company vehicle for business purposes, as needed.

Rick Engineering Company (RICK) is an Equal Opportunity

Rick's employees are protected by laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Rick's employees are also protected against retaliation if they engage in a protected activity, whistleblowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law.