Survey Specialist I

Mark Thomas; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

ESOP

PTO and holidays

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid/remote work options

Job summary

Mark Thomas is seeking a Survey Specialist I to support the Survey and Mapping Division on multiple client projects. The role focuses on executing and delivering project outputs, with opportunities for specialized field tasks and mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities include coordinating deliverables with agencies and clients, conducting quality checks, analyzing survey data, and contributing to staff training and development.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a survey-related field preferred.
• Requires Microstatio, TopoDOT, LiDAR experience.
• 6–10+ years of relevant experience.
• LSIT/GISP or advanced survey tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs work/tasks on a variety of survey projects; produces assigned deliverables
• Assists in writing scope and estimates for projects
• Coordinates review and submittal of survey deliverables with agencies/clients
• Communicates with project team, office, field, subconsultants and clients
• Performs quality checks on works per company QMP
• Performs specialized field work as appropriate
• Analyzes/processes survey data and prepares client deliverables
• Attends training and mentoring activities for staff development
• Seeks opportunities to contribute to company goals

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

MS Office

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in survey-related field

Tools

MicroStation

TopoDOT

LiDAR

Civil3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

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Job Title

Survey Specialist I

Location

Category

Survey and Mapping

Salary Grade

$35.00 - $50.00

Full Time/Part Time

Full-time

Mark Thomas is growing and adding a Survey Specialist to our Survey and Mapping Division! The Survey Specialist I is an experienced and specialized survey professional that focuses on executing and producing project deliverables on multiple client projects. The Survey Specialist I may also perform more specialized field tasks and is afforded the opportunity to provide technical and specialized training and mentorship to more junior survey team members. Mark Thomas is a great place to grow your career – join us!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs work/tasks on a variety of survey projects; produces assigned project deliverables
• Assists in writing scope and estimates for projects
• Coordinates review and submittal of survey deliverables with the appropriate agency/client
• Communicates often and clearly with project team including office, field, subconsultants, internal clients and external clients
• Performs quality checks on works performed by team and subconsultants on a regular basis per company QMP
• Performs specialized field work as appropriate
• Analyzes/processes survey data and prepares deliverables for the clients from the data assessment; communicates the results of the data analysis to manager and project team members as appropriate
• Attends and actively participates in training and mentoring activities that contribute to the development of staff
• Seeks opportunities to contribute to the achievement of Mark Thomas goals

QUALIFICATIONS

• An associates or bachelor’s degree in a survey-related field preferred
• Must have Microstatio, TopoDOT, Scan extraction, LiDAR experience
• 6-10+ years of relevant experience
• LSIT/GISP or advanced survey-related technology skill (3D Scanning, UAV/UAS, etc.) preferred
• Proficiency in one or more of the following:
  • Survey calculations, principles, terms, and deliverables
  • Survey regulations, laws, and boundary resolution
  • Survey technology and deliverables (such as SUE, MTLS etc.)
  • Construction support and calculations
  • GIS
  • Other Geospatial Specialty
• Possesses/demonstrates basic project management skills with respect to deliverables, budget, schedule, and quality
• Proficient in MS workplace-related software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Working knowledge of survey drafting software, such as Civil3D, MicroStation, TopoDOT, InRoads etc.
• Working knowledge of survey processing software such as Trimble Business Center
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal team members and external clients and partners
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time and project tasks efficiently
• Willingness and initiative to learn new programs, systems, and tools as they become available
• Ability to work & collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
• For Survey Specialists who are required to drive to perform their work, possession of a valid driver’s license

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

• Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:
  • Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
  • 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
  • Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
  • Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
  • Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
  • FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
  • Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
  • Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
  • Budgeted time for training and career development
  • Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

The offered base rate of compensation (California locations only) is based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to client relationship responsibilities and interactions required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.