Senior Surveyor

WSP in the U.S.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in environmental services seeks a Senior Surveyor for their Columbus office. In this role, you will lead site surveys, ensure compliance, and collaborate with project stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess extensive surveying experience and strong analytical skills to deliver high-quality results.

Benefits

Flexible workplace model

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement savings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of surveying experience in relevant disciplines.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys to assess jobsite hazards.
• Ensure compliance with construction standards and plans.
• Communicate with engineers and project managers daily.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Trimble Survey Gear (R10-R12 GNSS Receivers)

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Job Description

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full Time Senior Surveyor for our Columbus, OH office. Be involved in projects with our Oil and Gas Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Takes part in providing survey support on projects to ensure construction compliance with plans, photogrammetric work, measurements, boundaries, calculations, and codified requirements for public and private sector client projects. Tasks may include performing land surveys on various assigned construction projects of basic to moderate scale and/or complexity, which may include visually mapping/drafting legal boundaries and the potential placement of structures, utilities, and installations. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, uniformity, thoroughness, and legal compliance for survey documents.

Your Impact

• Act as the on-site representative for WSP
• Conduct site survey each day to assess jobsite hazards and appropriate PPE required.
• Perform a Job Hazard Analysis Meeting every morning with field crew.
• Establish onsite control.
• Locate and probe existing company gas lines.
• Conduct topographical survey gathering data on all major terrain features.
• Communicate with engineer, project manager, and operations on a daily basis.
• Take field notes of field data gathered.
• Send nightly email to all stakeholders outlining tasks completed and any issues.
• Ensure all work is performed per design and company specifications through observations after completion of work.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and proper procedures and quality control are followed.
• Position may interface with landowners and refer any landowner questions, concerns or issues to the appropriate client representative.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals, engineers, scientists, project control, and technicians on assigned survey tasks.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies and surveys, and construction.
• Exhibit basic knowledge of current land surveyor practices and remain current in the latest survey knowledge, techniques, and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior surveying experience with easements, rights of way, plats, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, property descriptions, and GPS surveys.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Experience with both public and private sector work (e.g. state, city, county, utility districts, and private land development)
• Highly familiar with land survey principles, practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Good interpersonal, documentation, and computer skills (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Fundamental understanding of pipeline design surveys, construction staking, and as-built surveys.
• Strong experience with Trimble Survey Gear (R10-R12 GNSS Receivers)
• Experience with line locating with electronic line locator.
• Ability to record information in a legible and accurate manner. (Field Notes)
• Professional oral and written communication skills.
• Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Analytical mindset to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from calculations, data collation, and survey results to arrive at the most effective and logical solution.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Travel is required, up to 90%, depending on project-specific requirements.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
• This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
  
  
  

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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