Project Surveyor, SIT

CDS Muery; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Project Surveyor to draft detailed drawings and manage field crews for civil engineering projects. This role offers the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to the planning and design of impactful projects. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, leveraging their skills in AutoCAD and effective communication to ensure project success. With a commitment to employee development and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their community through innovative surveying solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement plan with company contribution

Group life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Company holidays

Coverage of professional fees

Qualifications

• Desire to obtain RPLS licensure.
• Two or more years’ field experience in Land Surveying.

Responsibilities

• Draft detailed drawings including boundary and topographical surveys.
• Manage and coordinate with field crews on projects and schedules.
• Perform calculations and prepare CAD drawings for various projects.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Office

Effective communication skills

Boundary analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Job description

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CDS Muery was established in 1988 with a desire to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. With more than 120 employees providing civil engineering and land surveying services across the South-Central United States, including Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana, CDS Muery is committed to responsiveness and reliability. CDS Muery brings innovative thinking and exceptional service to every client and project.

We provide opportunities for professional growth by building knowledge and broadening skills. Our work environment cultivates the importance of open communication, encourages creative thinking, and promotes innovative ideas. The company’s leadership inspires and continues to involve us, reinforcing our core philosophies daily through their exemplary actions.

Job Overview

The Project Surveyor, SIT, is responsible for drafting detailed drawings, including boundary, right-of-way, and topographical surveys, profiles, cross sections, subdivision plats, property exhibits, and other similar types of drawings and maps used for the transfer of real property, planning, development, and design of civil engineering projects. This position will also manage and coordinate with field crews on current and upcoming projects and schedules.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist RPLS in the application of principles, methods, and techniques of Land Surveying duties.
• Prepare schedules and instructions for field staking and coordinate with the field crew as needed.
• Produce working sketches, topographic and ALTA surveys.
• Perform calculations and prepare CAD Drawings and other documents for various projects, including boundary, right-of-way, topographic, and title surveys, plats, easements, etc.
• Review title commitments and deeds.
• Conduct fundamental property research.
• Analyze field data and create final plats.
• Perform field survey work as needed.
• Familiarity with the state plane coordinate system, geodetic calculations, and grid-to-surface calculations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience, and Education

• High school diploma or GED.
• Desire to obtain RPLS licensure.
• Two or more years’ field experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office.
• Preferred but not required: experience with Trimble Business Center software.
• Ability to review property boundaries and make boundary analysis recommendations to RPLS.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external clients.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass a background check and a physical exam.

Working Conditions

• Driving to and from various project sites when necessary.
• In-office, Monday through Friday.

Benefits & More

CDS Muery offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through BCBS of Texas.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Retirement plan with company contribution.
• Group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (employer-paid).
• Company holidays to promote work-life balance.
• Competitive salary structures.
• Coverage of professional fees, licenses, and memberships.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Surveying and Mapping Services

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