Project Surveyor / Senior Project Surveyor

Gordon; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Continuing Education

Job summary

Gordon, a multi-disciplinary firm in Chantilly, VA, is seeking a Project Surveyor/Senior Project Surveyor with 5+ years of surveying experience to join our Chantilly, VA office. This role will transform raw field data, survey notes, and legal descriptions into precise drawings, maps, and official survey plats using AutoCAD Civil 3D, supporting residential, commercial, and public projects.

The ideal candidate blends technical drafting mastery with a solid surveying foundation, communicates

Qualifications

• Experience of transforming field data into survey drawings and plats.
• Proficient in reading legal descriptions and deeds.
• Strong QA/QC and adherence to drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Draft Survey Deliverables: Boundary, Topographic, ALTA/NSPS Surveys, Subdivision Plats, As-Built Surveys, Easement/Right-of-Way exhibits.
• Process Field Data: Import and manage CSV, GPS data; create DTMs and contours in CAD.
• Conduct Record Research: Review public land records to establish property lines.
• Read & Interpret Legal Descriptions: Review and write metes-and-bounds descriptions for land actions.
• Quality Control & Revisions: Update drawings per QA/QC and municipal feedback.
• Collaborate Internally: Coordinate with field crews, project engineers, and surveyors.
• Maintain Data Integrity: Archive and organize digital files and project folders.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil infrastructure knowledge

Read/translate plans

Metes-and-bounds interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

5+ years land survey drafting experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree or Technical Certificate in Drafting/CAD, Geomatics, or Civil Engineering Technology (preferred)

Tools

Autodesk Vault

Job description

Location: Chantilly, VA (Washington, DC Metro Area)

Salary Range: $80,000-$105,000

* Final salaries will be based on qualifications and experience and could exceed the ranges provided. *

Position Summary

Gordon, a multi-disciplinary firm of design professionals with the common goal of providing creative design solutions to today’s challenging environment, is seeking a Project Surveyor/Senior Project Surveyor with a minimum of 5+ years of surveying experience for our Chantilly, VA office. Our staff of Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, Planners, Security Consultants, and Surveyors work together in an enjoyable work atmosphere where the employees’ goals are as important as the corporate goals.

These positions are responsible for transforming raw field data, survey notes, and legal descriptions into precise technical drawings, maps, and official survey plats. Utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software, this role supports residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects by creating accurate visual and legal representations of land boundaries, topography, and existing conditions. The ideal candidate blends technical drafting mastery with a foundational understanding of surveying principles.

• Draft Survey Deliverables: Prepare detailed, accurate survey documents including Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Subdivision Plats, As-Built Surveys, and Easement/Right-of-Way exhibits.
• Process Field Data: Import, reduce, and manage electronic field data (such as CSV, GPS coordinates, and data collector files) into CAD platforms; process digital terrain models (DTM), surfaces, and contours.
• Conduct Record Research: Search and interpret public land records, deeds, historical plats, land titles, and municipal right-of-way data to help establish property lines and resolve boundary discrepancies.
• Read & Interpret Legal Descriptions: Review, interpret, and write metes-and-bounds legal descriptions for land acquisition or easement efforts.
• Quality Control & Revisions: Revise drawings based on QA/QC redlines, reviewer comments, and municipal feedback, ensuring absolute compliance with local ordinances, state-mandated drafting standards, and company workflows.
• Collaborate Internally: Work closely with field survey crews to clarify field notes and coordinate seamlessly with project engineers and surveyors to meet strict design specifications and project deadlines.
• Maintain Data Integrity: Archive and organize digital drawing files, project folders, and reference systems (such as Autodesk Vault) to ensure efficient retrieval and future reference.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• CAD Proficiency: Advanced software experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil infrastructure elements and general land surveying/geomatics theory.
• Interpretation Skills: Proven ability to accurately read and translate engineering plans, legal descriptions, historical deeds, and field sketches.
• Attention to Detail: High level of precision with mathematical calculations and visual layout aesthetics.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills to coordinate between field personnel, office managers, and municipal staff.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight schedules without sacrificing accuracy.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ of dedicated land survey drafting experience within a civil engineering or surveying firm.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate degree or Technical Certificate in Drafting/CAD, Geomatics, or Civil Engineering Technology is highly preferred.

Gordon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision and life insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) Plan; Continuing Education Reimbursement; and more.

Salary commensurate with experience.