Right-of-Way (ROW) Survey Technician

Prudent Engineering, LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

Prudent Engineering is seeking a ROW Survey Technician to join our Right-of-Way team in upstate New York. You will support boundary analysis, property-line determinations, and the preparation of ROW and acquisition mapping for transportation projects across New York State.

This role requires experience in land surveying, deed research, and familiarity with Carlson, CAD, or MicroStation. Travel to field sites may be required; you will collaborate with field crews and project managers to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience in land surveying, boundary analysis, deed research, or ROW mapping.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize information from multiple sources.
• Proficiency with Carlson, CAD or civil design software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Perform deed, record, and survey research to support ROW and property-line determinations.
• Review and interpret deeds, maps, title reports, and highway records.
• Assist with preparation and quality review of ROW maps, acquisition maps, boundary exhibits.
• Compile, reconcile, and analyze field survey data and record information for projects.
• Coordinate with field crews, mapping staff, licensed land surveyors, and project managers.
• Prepare work in accordance with client requirements and NYSDOT/agency standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Tools

Carlson

AutoCAD

MicroStation

CAD

Job description

As a Prudent Engineering employee, you will benefit from collaboration, both internal and across the industry; build and refine your skillset; receive essential professional development, safety, and technical training; and work and learn alongside colleagues who uphold the highest standards of professionalism. If you are seeking a rewarding career, whether as a recent college graduate or seasoned professional, Prudent Engineering is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive employee benefits.

With over 100 full-time employees, Prudent Engineering has been serving clients across New York State and Pennsylvania since 1992. Our project portfolio encompasses experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspections; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; surveying and mapping; and hydrographic services. Prudent's primary clients are state and local agencies such as the New York State (NYS) Department of Transportation, NYS Thruway Authority, NYS Canal Corporation, PennDOT and county highway departments.

Full-Time in Syracuse, NY / Rochester, NY / Binghamton, NY - Land Survey

About the Firm:

Our mission: Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.

We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design, Condition and safety inspection, Civil and site engineering support, Construction inspection and administration, Surveying, Mapping, and Hydrographic services.

Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Overview:

Prudent Engineering is seeking a ROW Survey Technician to join our growing Right-of-Way team. In this role, you will support boundary analysis, property-line determination, and the preparation of ROW and acquisition mapping for transportation and public infrastructure projects throughout New York State.

What you'll do:

• Perform deed, record, and survey research to support ROW and property-line determinations.
• Review and interpret deeds, filed maps, title reports, appropriation maps, highway records, and other source documents.
• Assist with the preparation and quality review of ROW maps, acquisition maps, boundary exhibits, and related deliverables.
• Compile, reconcile, and analyze field survey data and record information for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with field crews, mapping staff, licensed land surveyors, and project managers to resolve boundary and mapping questions.
• Prepare work in accordance with applicable client requirements and New York State agency standards, including NYSDOT, NYSTA, the New York State Canal Corporation, and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

The requirements we seek:

• Experience in land surveying, boundary analysis, deed research, or ROW mapping.
• Working knowledge of metes-and-bounds descriptions, title documents, and property records.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize and reconcile information from multiple sources.
• Proficiency with Carlson, CAD or civil design software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Ability to communicate clearly, collaborate across disciplines, and manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Occasional travel or field verification may be required, if applicable

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience preparing or reviewing ROW mapping for NYSDOT or another New York public agency.
• Familiarity with transportation survey deliverables and agency-specific mapping standards.

What we offer:

• An hourly pay range of $21.65-$28.85/hour
• 401K with company match.
• Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.

*Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.