Land Surveyor

Responsibilities

• Use mathematical skills to perform complex measurements, complete fast and accurate calculations, analyze and verify data, and confirm surveying measurements
• Build maps, sketches, and charts
• Prepare and maintain data, charts, plots, records, documents, legal descriptions, sketches, maps, and reports related to land surveys
• Utilize specialized equipment, including distance measuring wheels, GPS, and geographic information system (GIS) devices to accurately measure land features, elevations, property lines, boundaries, contours, variations in ground gradients, as well as determine plot locations
• Analyze data using plans, maps, charts, and software such as AutoCAD and GIS programs
• Capture and collect GPS data on any underground utilities, and trees of significance
• Translate ARCH points onto the field
• Provide survey points for various construction projects, including elevations for lawn crypt installation
• Aid in construction staking or site layout surveys, take measurements of distances and angles, mark and delineate boundaries and reference points on a property or section of land; stake site layout surveys that outline the locations of the structures proposed for construction
• Collaborate with project managers, construction crews, field crews, and contractors
• Provide guidance to field staff
• Collaborate with engineers and architects on several projects
• Provide technical expertise to other individuals in the company
• Perform topographic and asbuilt surveys
• Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, and reports of legal descriptions of surveys
• Research and consult historical maps and surveys, as well as legal documents, relating to the property or section of land you are measuring
• Examine previous records and evidence to ensure data accuracy
• Maintain detailed organization and time management skills in order to work on multiple projects simultaneously and successfully
• Present data to management and prepare reports
• Report on survey results and present findings to management
• Bring up and discuss recommendations and proceed as instructed
• Resquare blocks and plot markers, as needed
• Build a surveying team and develop an understudy
• Continue enhancing skills by taking certification courses and participating in training programs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Surveying Civil Engineering, or related field, and a state certification or licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor
• Minimum five years of experience as a surveyor
• Valid NYS driver’s license with safe driving record
• Experience using hand surveying tools (distance measuring wheels, plumb bobs, levels) and electronic surveying tools (transit levels, GPS equipment)
• Working knowledge of software such as AutoCAD and GIS programs
• Analytical thinking, reasoning, and problemsolving skills, and understanding of mapping concepts
• Excellent written, verbal communication, presentation, and analytical skills
• Excellent mathematical skills to conduct land survey analysis
• Thorough understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of land surveying
• Proficient with computerized mapping technologies and surveying instruments, and the computer applications and software used to process field data
• The ability to prioritize and reprioritize as situations and needs change throughout the workday
• The ability to multitask and organize workflow to manage daily responsibilities
• The ability to work under deadlines and specific timeframes
• Detailed oriented