Senior Project Surveyor

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a skilled and motivated Sr. Project Surveyor to join our Survey/Geospatial team in Albany, NY. The role involves preparing various types of surveys, performing accurate computations, coordinating field and office efforts, and supporting project managers with proposals, estimates, reports, plans, and contract documents.

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.
• Aid in the preparation of project/task work plans.
• Aid in the safety planning and preparation for projects.
• Provide direction to staff to complete project objectives.
• Maintain oversight of the work efforts of assigned staff including sub-consultants and/or contractors, overseeing budgets.
• Maintain 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.
• Construction experience required.
• SIT license preferred.
• CST preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D, TBC (Trimble Business Center).
• 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.

What We Offer

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• A company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
• Paid time off that includes parental and military leave.
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
• A straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
• Reimbursement for education.
• A free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses.
• Mentorship program.
• Wellness program.
• Women’s Organization.
• Ongoing philanthropic opportunities.