Surveyor

About the role

Marine Solutions is a specialized marine engineering and construction firm serving government, transportation, energy, industrial, water, and commercial markets. We inspect, design, and build bridges and waterfront infrastructure worldwide, and have been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for nine consecutive years. The Surveyor is expected to perform land and hydrographic surveys in a professional, timely, and safe manner that satisfies the client’s requirements. Responsibilities include survey project planning, coordination, execution of fieldwork, and production of project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain survey project schedules and forecasts.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate the technical and management aspects of projects.
• Direct and perform land‑based and hydrographic surveys (single‑beam, multi‑beam, and sonar imaging).
• Lead on‑site safety meetings and document safety activities.
• Adhere to quality assurance procedures and execute project quality control.
• Maintain knowledge of surveying equipment and software.
• Complete project administrative tasks and required forms.
• Ensure survey equipment is in good working condition and report any deficiencies.
• Operate vehicles, survey vessels, and associated support equipment.
• Assist in developing survey procedures, project scopes, and estimates.
• Travel up to 80% of the time to project sites, including multi‑day field assignments, remote locations, and extended periods on small vessels or shorelines.
• Adapt to irregular schedules, early mornings, occasional weekends, and overnight travel while working safely in varying weather and environmental conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or certification.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in land surveying.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk, and hear regularly.
• Capability to lift/move up to 25 lb regularly and up to 50 lb occasionally.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to work in rugged field conditions, adverse weather, and stand for eight hours or more.
• Willingness to maintain current industry knowledge through professional organization involvement and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge, experience, and capabilities in land and hydrographic surveying.
• High‑level leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Skills

• Proficiency with surveying equipment and related software.
• AutoCAD or MicroStation proficiency (preferred).
• Certified Hydrographer (preferred).
• Completion of a 10‑hour OSHA General Construction Course (preferred).

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition assistance
• Vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Relocation assistance

Pay

The hourly pay range for positions in Virginia is $27 to $34 an hour, depending on education and relevant experience.

Schedule

This position requires up to 80% travel to project sites, with multi‑day field assignments, frequent mobilization to remote locations, and extended time on small vessels or along shorelines. Candidates should expect irregular schedules based on project demands, including early mornings, occasional weekends, and overnight travel.