Senior Surveyor - Texas

Align; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fishbeck is seeking a Senior Surveyor to lead field survey and geospatial projects across Texas, collaborating with TxDOT, aviation clients, and municipalities. You will guide crews, plan logistics, interpret plans, and ensure QA/QC across deliverables.

Join our Geospatial team to grow Fishbeck's Texas presence while mentoring staff and contributing to budgeting and client relations.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Surveyor in Texas or ability to obtain licensure.
• 5+ years of progressive surveying/geospatial experience.
• Proven ability to lead crews and manage workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey and geospatial data collection operations.
• Plan projects, coordinate crews, resources, and logistics.
• Interpret legal descriptions, plats, and engineering plans.
• Perform complex survey computations and data processing.
• Integrate data from UAS, LiDAR, and mobile mapping.
• Review deliverables for TxDOT/FAA/municipal standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, PMs, and clients to define scope.
• Mentor junior staff and develop technical excellence.
• Implement QA/QC procedures for the geospatial team.
• Support budgeting, estimating, and proposals.

Skills

Leadership

5+ years experience

Professional Surveyor

Boundary/Topographic/Construction

Client coordination

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Surveying/Geomatics/Civil Eng

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

Robotic Total Stations

RTK GPS

Data collectors

UAS/LiDAR processing

Job description

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Senior Surveyor tohelp us keep building.

Working with our Geospatial team, you will lead impactful surveying and geospatial projects for TxDOT, aviation clients, municipalities, and construction initiatives across Texas while helping expand Fishbeck’s presence in the state.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee field survey and geospatial data collection operations, ensuring accuracy, safety, and efficiency.
• Plan and coordinate projects, including crew scheduling, resource allocation, and logistics.
• Interpret legal descriptions, plats, and engineering plans to support boundary, right-of-way, and infrastructure projects.
• Perform and oversee complex survey computations and data processing for boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys.
• Integrate and manage data from UAS, terrestrial LiDAR, and mobile mapping platforms.
• Review and validate deliverables to ensure compliance with TxDOT, FAA, and municipal standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to define project scope, workflows, and strategies.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering technical excellence and career growth.
• Implement QA/QC procedures, standards, and best practices for a growing geospatial team.
• Support project budgeting, estimating, and proposal development.
• Strengthen relationships with new and existing clients to help grow Fishbeck’s Texas presence.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Surveyor in Texas, or ability to obtain licensure.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in surveying and/or geospatial services.
• Strong background in boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys.
• Experience with robotic total stations, RTK GPS, and data collectors.
• Familiarity with LiDAR, UAS, or mobile mapping technologies preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation OpenRoads Designer.
• Proven ability to lead crews, manage workflows, and deliver projects.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform tasks requiring walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
• Visual acuity, hand-eye coordination, and spatial awareness necessary to perform surveying responsibilities.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Build Your Future Here

Candidates for this position can reside in the Texas market.