Region ROW Survey Coordinator

State of Utah; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 4,197,547 - 6,845,294; Full time

Job summary

Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a Region ROW Survey Coordinator for Region One located in Ogden. The role focuses on field-to-finish topographic surveys, creating control networks, and post-processing GPS and total station data to deliver engineering-ready products.

The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of surveying experience or be licensed, with strong communication and team collaboration skills, and proficiency using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, and Trimble

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Surveying or Geomatics or Geodesy (Associate or Bachelor)
• Qualified for Utah Professional Land Surveyor licensure within 6 months or licensed
• 2+ years in Right-of-Way and construction plan reading/review
• Valid driver's license or able to obtain within 6 months

Responsibilities

• Perform field to finish topographic surveys with GPS, EDM, LiDAR, and UAS
• Provide control networks in the field for Region One projects
• Transfer field data to DGN drawings and digital terrain models
• Prepare CADD files for engineering design and property descriptions
• Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve survey questions and negotiate schedules

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Surveying/Geomatics

Professional Land Surveyor license (Utah)

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Trimble

GPS/Total Station data processing

Job description

FT/PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $30.47 - $49.69 Hourly Wage

Remote Work/In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Michelle Boone | [e-mail]

Application Deadline – Open Until Filled

This posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a visionary, self-motivated leader to step into the role of Region ROW Survey Coordinator in Region One.

In this position you will operate with a high level of independence performing \"field to finish\" topographic surveys with UDOT highway corridors and providing control networks in the field for Region projects. Adequate time in the office will then ensue to accommodate the post processing of both total station and GPS data in order to provide a deliverable product for the team.

If you are a seasoned professional who thrives on little supervision, loves working with a dedicated team, and wants to set the standard for excellence across the state, this is your next career move.

Key Responsibilities

Duties

• Quality control surveys.
• Resolve survey questions, disputes or conflicts with stakeholders.
• Perform topographic Region One survey needs for proposed projects with advanced survey instruments such as GPS, EDM, Lidar, UAS, etc.
• Provide solutions and procedures to support horizontal and vertical control through the region corridors and provide reference to various control monuments.
• Transfer field data from various surveying techniques to DGN drawing files and digital terrain models.
• Gather evidence via research of public records (deeds, easements and plats, etc.) as well as locating physical evidence on the ground with surveying instruments (EDM, GPS, etc.) for boundary determination.
• Prepare CADD files of surveyed data for use in engineering design and/or property descriptions.
• Perform field staking of various project elements as needed throughout design, advertising, and construction phase of projects.
• Prepare engineering and design p lans using computer assisted engineering and design software.
• Prepare Survey Control sheets for local projects.
• Advise engineers of technical problems with proposed solutions.
• Research survey data from survey and county records.
• Negotiate schedule for survey projects with customers.
• Receive and respond to public inquiries regarding state Right-of-Ways.
• Coordinate region assistance with the public, other government agencies and other groups within the department with questions and requests regarding property management, access management, right-of-way documents, claims, disputes, and conflicts involving department property.
• Distribute requested public records of right-of-way to the public in accordance with policies and GRAMA regulations. Completing title searches and abstracts to identify ownership of property, easements and right-of-way in the County Recorder Office and other relevant repositories.
• Coordinate the maintenance of existing and new right-of-way files, maps, documents, and correspondence in department and region record keeping systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Have 5 - 7 years or more of surveying experience or be licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor in the State of Utah, or be able to obtain licensure within the first 6 months of hire.
• Must have 2 or more years of experience in Right-of-Way and constructions plan reading and review.
• Must have a valid driver's license or be able to obtain one with the first 6 months of hire.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team, comprehend complex materials, and give or follow clear direction.

Preferred Knowledge And Qualifications Include

• A degree in Surveying and Geomatics or Geodesy (Associate or Bachelor)
• Geo-referencing and mapping
• UDOT's transfer and sale of real property
• UDOT's Right-of-Way design process
• UDOT's most current surveying and geomatics standards
• UDOT's project delivery system and the QC/QA process
• MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, and Trimble
• Unmanned aircraft system (UAS) and drone experience

About The Role

Location

166 W Southwell Street

Ogden, Utah, 84404

United States

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Join Our Team!

A Mission That Matters –

At UDOT, our mission is “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values –

We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

The Agency

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EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].