Project Surveyor (Field)

RINA Piraeus Team; Lisle (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational engineering firm in Lisle, IL is seeking an experienced Project Surveyor (Field) for energy engineering projects. The role requires conducting physical site surveys, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with project teams. The ideal candidate possesses a relevant degree and has over 3 years of relevant experience. Frequent travel to project sites is required, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience applying surveying principles and practices or relevant internship experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) and other land development software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical site surveys using a variety of equipment and tools.
• Survey and investigate land surfaces to project precise measurements.
• Compile reports detailing legal boundaries and other relevant information.

Skills

Survey equipment usage

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to comprehend schematics and blueprints

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Posting Date: 23 Sept 2025

City: Lisle

Location: Lisle, IL, US, 60532; Sunrise, FL, US, 33323

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Energy Engineering Project Management

Level of experience: Intermediate

RINA is currently recruiting for a Project Surveyor (Field) to join its office in Lisle, IL within the Energy Engineering Project Management Division.

Mission

The Project Surveyor is responsible for obtaining survey measurements under the supervision of a senior team member or Group Leader. The primary responsibilities include traveling to project sites to facilitate the production of geodetic control, topographic, utility, and boundary surveys. The Project Surveyor will survey and investigate land surfaces to project precise measurements and locations, while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. The Project Surveyor will collaborate with project team members, client representatives, contractors, review agencies and others as appropriate for the project. Additional responsibilities include visits and /or inspections of project sites to gain information for a proposal or project sketch feature.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct physical site surveys using a variety of equipment and tools
  • Survey and investigate land surfaces to project precise measurement and location of lines, angles, points, area, and elevations
  • Perform mathematical calculations to determine and confirm surveying measurements
  • Ensure compliance to all applicable regulations and requirements including boundary calculations and legal issues
• Coordinate with other engineers and support staff during preliminary and final plan preparation for conformance to standards and code requirements
• Schedule and prioritize field surveying activities to ensure that deadlines and objectives are met
• Review Survey deliverables drafted by others to ensure proper QA/QC.
• Ensure that the company safety, quality and technical policies and procedures are practiced during the execution of team projects
• Compile reports detailing legal boundaries and other relevant information
• Other duties as assigned
• Ability to manage their schedule to accommodate changing client demands

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or other closely related field of study is preferred
• 3+ years of experience applying surveying principles and practices or relevant internship experience
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred
• Proficient in comprehending schematics and blueprints
• Ability to use survey equipment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) and other land development software to interpret and present information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Physical Demands

Mobile work: exerting up to forty (40) pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Mobile work involves walking and traversing project sites to collect features.

Working Conditions

The worker is required to work in the field and will be exposed to outside weather conditions. Additional environmental conditions may vary by job site.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required
• Up to 100% travel (i.e. project sites) may be required based upon business need
• Some travel may require out of town expenses that will be reimbursed
• ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way
• BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
• CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
• EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity
• MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
• MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions
• PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances
• PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
• THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

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