Senior Project Surveyor

Colliers Engineering & Design; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 84,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid medical, dental, vision

401(k)/Roth matching

Paid time off including parental and M

Education reimbursement and mentoring

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Sr. Project Surveyor in Biddeford, Maine to lead surveying projects across infrastructure and development. You will manage field and office activities, produce accurate computations for layouts, and support project managers with proposals, estimates, plans, and contract documents.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring staff, and applying advanced surveying technology to deliver precise data and results for clients in Maine's Southern Coast region.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of surveying experience required.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Compile survey cost estimates and scope of services.
• Analyze and prepare complete boundary surveys with data and property lines.
• Perform quality control on reports, plans, and cost estimates.
• Compute layouts for subdivisions, roads, lots, buildings, and utilities.
• Assist staff with reports, plans, and contract documents.
• Coordinate field and office staff on complex projects.
• Assist with project work plans and safety planning.
• Monitor budgets and schedules on projects.

Skills

Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Survey instruments

Trigonometry

Geometry

Reading & writing English

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree or equivalent technical experience

Tools

SIT license

CST

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a skilled and motivated Sr. Project Surveyor to join our forward-thinking Survey/Geospatial team in Biddeford, Maine. In this key senior-level role, you will bring your technical expertise, sharp attention to detail, and passion for precision to projects that support infrastructure, development, and community growth across the region. You will help prepare various tyoes of surveys, perform accurate computations for layouts involving roads, buildings, subdivisions, and infrastructure, coordinate field and office efforts, and support project managers with proposals, estimates, reports, plans, and contract documents.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned survey professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, guiding project teams, mentoring staff, and using advanced surveying technology to deliver dependable data and outstanding results for clients.

Bring Precision, Leadership, and Innovation to Maine's Southern Coast!

Responsibilities

• Compile survey cost estimate and scope of services.
• Analyze and prepare complete boundary survey by compiling record data and providing sound analysis and reason for accurate property line location.
• Perform Quality Control review on reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and other contract documents prepared by others for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide accurate computation for the layout of subdivisions, roads and lots as well as buildings and utilities.
• Provide assistance to staff in the preparation of reports/findings, plans, and other contract documents.
• Organize and coordinate the work of field and office staff required to complete design, field and/or other tasks on more complex projects.
• Assist in the preparation of project/task work plans.
• Assist with the safety planning and preparation for projects.
• Provide direction to staff to complete project objectives.
• Monitor the work efforts of assigned staff including sub-consultants and/or contractors, overseeing budgets.
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
• Ensure that all scope revisions affecting the project schedule and/or budget are discussed with the client. Ensure that all out-of-scope work and associated fees are approved by the client prior to performing the services.
• May supervise assignments given to Survey Technician(s).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required; Associate degree or equivalent technical experience is preferred.
• 5+ years of related surveying experience required.
• SIT license preferred. CST preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D, TBC (Trimble Business Center).
• Proficient various data techniques and coding systems.
• Advanced knowledge of various surveying instruments, techniques, and computations.
• Advanced understanding of angular and linear measurement systems.
• Advanced knowledge of trigonometry and geometry.
• Valid drivers' license required and ability to operate a motor vehicle. MVR will be checked and monitored.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $84,400 to $123,200 per year (depending on qualifications)

Requires a pre-employment drug screen.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes:

• company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid pregnancy disability leavelife insurance
• a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
• paid time off that includes parental and military leave
• employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

• reimbursement for education
• a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
• mentorship program
• wellness program
• Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!