Position Overview:
Woolpert is hiring a Survey Crew Chief to join our dynamic Survey team in Virginia Beach, VA. The Survey Crew Chief is a technical position within the survey and geomatics discipline, responsible for leading a survey crew in the field for various types of projects, including land title, transportation, energy, aviation, and land development surveys. Under the guidance of the Survey Team Leader, this role involves performing field survey work, ensuring accurate data collection and compliance with industry standards and company procedures. The Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief role will require you to exercise technical expertise, leadership skills, and communication in a collaborative environment offering career growth opportunities.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Lead a survey crew to conduct field surveys, including boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, levels, and data collectors.
• Preparing detailed field notes and sketches to document survey activities.
• Adhere to project requirements, goals, and schedules as outlined by the Survey Team Leader.
• Fundamental operation of survey software for downloading, processing, initial quality control, and verification of accuracy, ensuring data meets project and company quality requirements.
• Assist in monitoring project progress, troubleshooting issues, and implement solutions to maintain timelines and budget constraints.
• Timely and effectively communicate issues or delays to the Survey Team Leader
• Practice safety protocols promoting a safe working environment, including maintaining PPE inventory and performing safety checks on equipment, procedures, and vehicles.
• Provide basic guidance and training to junior survey crew members and assist in evaluation of survey crew performance.

What You Will Bring:

• Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA certifications, or successfully passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying exam is desired.
• FAA Part 107, Certified Remote Pilot certification is preferred.
• Above average communication skills, both verbal and written and be able to effectively present information before clients and employees.
• Comprehensive understanding of survey principles, methods, and practices.
• Ability to interpret and analyze survey data, maps, and construction plans.
• Good organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with survey-related mathematical concepts (proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, slope, elevations, etc.).
• Strong understanding of Subsurface Utility Engineering standards (ASCE 38-22), utility mapping techniques, the ability to operate ground penetrating radar, and electromagnetic locators is preferred.

Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or five (5) years of related experience.
• Mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties required of the position.
• Proficient in operating survey instruments and software, including total stations, GNSS GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Proficient in searching for and locating boundary corners and/or PLS section corners, including but not limited to accessory and/or witness monumentation.
• Ability to travel overnight and work overtime as needed.
• Proficient computer skills, including data transfer, data processing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Pass a pre-employment driver’s license background check and maintain a satisfactory driving record, as required by our insurance company.
• Must successfully pass periodic drug testing as required by company policy.

Physical Qualifications:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Good physical condition and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently reach with hands and arms, bend and climb and/or balance.
• Ability to use tools and equipment. For instance, tape measure, cloth / steel tape, machete, hammer, shovel, pick axe.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Must have vision abilities of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in outdoor environments, often in remote and rugged locations.
• Exposure to various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow.
• Physical demands include standing for extended periods, walking on uneven terrain, and carrying equipment.

Personal & Professional Growth

The Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief position offers potential advancement to Senior Survey Crew Chief/Senior Survey Party Chief and higher managerial roles within the surveying and geomatics discipline and Infrastructure sector markets and practices. There are opportunities to specialize in niche areas of surveying such as advance manufacturing, geodetic control, transportation, aviation, hydrographic surveying, or photogrammetry/remote sensing. Continuous professional development and training will be provided to stay updated with advancements in surveying technology and methods. Leading large-scale and high-profile projects, you will have the chance to significantly contribute to the company’s growth and reputation.

This position is eligible for a one-time signing bonus in the amount of $3,000, to be paid on the employee’s first regular payroll following hire. The signing bonus is contingent upon the employee completing 12 months of continuous service. If the employee voluntarily resigns or is terminated for cause prior to completing one year of employment, the signing bonus must be repaid in full in accordance with company policy.

Benefits You Will Love:

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Position Overview:

Woolpert is hiring a Senior Survey Crew Chief to join our dynamic Survey & Geomatics team in Virginia Beach, VA. 

The Sr. Survey Crew Chief is a technical position within the survey and geomatics discipline, responsible for leading a survey crew in the field for various types of projects, including land title, transportation, energy, aviation, and land development surveys. Under the guidance of the Survey Team Leader, this role involves performing field survey work, ensuring accurate data collection and compliance with industry standards and company procedures.  The Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief role will require you to exercise technical expertise, leadership skills, and communication in a collaborative environment offering career growth opportunities. 

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Lead a survey crew to conduct field surveys, including boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, levels, and data collectors.
• Prepare detailed field notes and sketches to document survey activities.  
• Adhere to project requirements, goals, and schedules as outlined by the Survey Team Leader.
• Fundamental operation of survey software for downloading, processing, initial quality control, and verification of accuracy, ensuring data meets project and company quality requirements.
• Assist in monitoring project progress, troubleshooting issues, and implement solutions to maintain timelines and budget constraints.
• Timely and effectively communicate issues or delays to the Survey Team Leader
• Practice safety protocols promoting a safe working environment, including maintaining PPE inventory and performing safety checks on equipment, procedures, and vehicles.
• Provide basic guidance and training to junior survey crew members and assist in evaluation of survey crew performance.

What You Will Bring:

• Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA certifications, or successfully passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying exam is desired.
• FAA Part 107, Certified Remote Pilot certification is preferred.
• Above average communication skills, both verbal and written and be able to effectively present information before clients and employees.
• Comprehensive understanding of survey principles, methods, and practices.
• Ability to interpret and analyze survey data, maps, and construction plans.
• Good organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with survey-related mathematical concepts (proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, slope, elevations, etc.).
• Strong understanding of Subsurface Utility Engineering standards (ASCE 38-22), utility mapping techniques, the ability to operate ground penetrating radar, and electromagnetic locators is preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or five (5) years of related experience.
• Mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties required of the position.
• Proficient in operating survey instruments and software, including total stations, GNSS GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Proficient in searching for and locating boundary corners and/or PLS section corners, including but not limited to accessory and/or witness monumentation.
• Ability to travel overnight and work overtime as needed.
• Proficient computer skills, including data transfer, data processing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Pass a pre-employment driver’s license background check and maintain a satisfactory driving record, as required by our insurance company.
• Must successfully pass periodic drug testing as required by company policy.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Good physical condition and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently reach with hands and arms, bend and climb and/or balance.
• Ability to use tools and equipment. For instance, tape measure, cloth / steel tape, machete, hammer, shovel, pick axe.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Must have vision abilities of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in outdoor environments, often in remote and rugged locations.
• Exposure to various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow.
• Physical demands include standing for extended periods, walking on uneven terrain, and carrying equipment.

Benefits You Will Love:

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Position Overview:

Woolpert is hiring a Survey Team Leader to join our Survey and Geomatics team in Massachusetts. The Survey Team Leader will lead the technical and professional direction of a group of land surveyors and geospatial professionals in Massachusetts. The Land Surveying Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing the planning, data collection, development, and delivery of quality land surveying products, managing and directing field and office survey staff, and supporting the professional growth of the survey team members. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.  Expectations include boundary determination, pricing & scoping, quality assurance and quality control of surveying products and procedures, communication with internal and external clients and other survey discipline team members, and crew scheduling. The candidate should have foundational knowledge of topographic, control/geodetic, transportation, subsurface utility, boundary/ROW determination, scanning FeX, feature extraction, point 

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare surveying and mapping solutions to support project/program requirements.
• Coach, mentor, direct, and delegate tasks to technical team members to ensure quality project deliverables.
• Perform analysis for complex boundary surveys and prepare associated plats and boundary descriptions.
• Conduct advanced calculations involving field survey data.
• Assist with the preparation of right-of-way plans and conduct quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) on said plans.
• Prepare or review survey reports and legal descriptions.
• Experienced with registration workflows, noise reduction, meshing, and preparing data for CAD/BIM environments.
• Capable of interpreting complex spatial data to create accurate 2D/3D deliverables, including floor plans, BIM elements, topographic features, and asset inventories.
• Skilled in planning scan workflows, capturing comprehensive datasets, and ensuring proper registration, alignment, and quality control.
• Develop scopes of work, schedules, and estimates for survey projects.
• Ensure project quality control and quality assurance processes are in place.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership during the proposal and planning phases.

Management Responsibilities:

• Responsible for effective planning and scheduling of workload and performance of team members.
• Manage survey staff resource levels, including hiring and supervising all technical survey staff and field teams.
• Facilitate the personal and professional growth of team members through coaching, training, and development activities.
• Support sales efforts, including relationship building, opportunity identification, proposal preparation, project estimating, and participating in interviews by sharing technical knowledge.
• Maintain and monitor fleet and equipment assets.
• Representing the firm at various functions as needed.
  

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 8 years of related work experience in the land surveying field.
• Professional Land Survey License – Massachusetts Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License preferred (or the ability to obtain licensure).
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel to Woolpert or customer sites across Massachusetts, potentially nationally.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong technical proficiency, including Microsoft Office products, Trimble software/hardware, AutoCAD C3D, and MicroStation Open Roads Designer, INRoads, and GeoPAC platforms.
• Experience in coordinating, planning, and scheduling survey tasks and field crews.
• Strong client interaction skills and the ability to set and uphold project standards.
• Ability to quickly adapt and respond to industry changes and internal initiatives.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.

Personal & Professional Growth:

As a Survey Team Leader, you'll have multiple career progression paths. You can advance to senior management roles, focusing on discipline, practice, or market management, including corporate strategic oversight. Alternatively, you can specialize as a manager or Subject Matter Expert (SME) in advanced technologies and methodologies. Another path is project management, where you can lead infrastructure projects of varying scales, supporting business and corporate growth. This flexibility allows you to tailor your career growth to your strengths and interests, contributing to both personal and organizational success. Commitment and performance can also lead to company ownership opportunities, elevating your personal and professional recognition.

This position is eligible for a one-time signing bonus in the amount of $3,000, to be paid on the employee’s first regular payroll following hire. The signing bonus is contingent upon the employee completing 12 months of continuous service. If the employee voluntarily resigns or is terminated for cause prior to completing one year of employment, the signing bonus must be repaid in full in accordance with company policy.

Benefits You Will Love:

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Woolpert is hiring a Project Surveyor to join our dynamic Survey & Geomatics Team in Miami, Florida. This position is primarily responsible for budgeting, planning, scheduling, monitoring and reporting for specific project phase(s) and/or task(s).  This position is key in establishing and improving levels of team technical competence, quality and efficiency.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Reviews scope and schedule of proposals to develop budgets to complete technical aspects of a project.
• Assists project management staff in development of project proposal, as necessary.
• Assists project management staff during negotiations with definition of project schedule, fee, and scope, as necessary.
• Clarifies performance expectations of phase and/or task deliverables.
• Executes and/or coordinates the completion of phase deliverables.
• Performs technical aspects of specified deliverables and/or leads team of technical staff in creating deliverables consistent with scope, schedule and budget.
• Identify, address and resolve any issues impacting phase/task goals, objectives and/or client satisfaction.
• Responds to scope changes with revised budgets, assignments and scheduling.
• Coaches, mentors, direct, and delegates execution of quality project deliverables to and among technical team members.
• Develops project QA/QC standards and assures standards are met by technical team.
• Communicates issues affecting phase/task or project schedule, budget or quality and escalates unresolved issues to project manager and/or discipline leader.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• • Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certification and/or Professional Landy Surveyor (PLS) license is preferred, but not required.
  • Must be able to research and define project scope, schedule and budgets.
  • Must be able to travel to meet the needs and demands of the project.
  • Must be able to identify and justify project plan vs. actual performance variances.
  • Must be able to make sound decisions/recommendations based on the evaluation and synthesis of project information and data.
  • Must possess strong communication skills both written and oral.
  • Must possess MS Office suite skills.
  • Must possess strong organizational skills to successfully manage multiple, competing priorities.
  • Must be able to interface effectively with vendors, clients, and other firm resources.
  • Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to operate and manipulate standard office equipment.
  • Must be able to occasionally reach, bend, climb and/or balance.
  • Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
  • Must be physically and mentally capable of performing all essential duties required of the position.

This position is eligible for a one-time signing bonus in the amount of $3,000, to be paid on the employee’s first regular payroll following hire. The signing bonus is contingent upon the employee completing 12 months of continuous service. If the employee voluntarily resigns or is terminated for cause prior to completing one year of employment, the signing bonus must be repaid in full in accordance with company policy.

Benefits You Will Love:

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Woolpert is hiring a Survey Crew Chief to join our dynamic Survey team in Harrisburg, PA. The Survey Crew Chief is a technical position within the survey and geomatics discipline, responsible for leading a survey crew in the field for various types of projects, including land title, transportation, energy, aviation, and land development surveys. Under the guidance of the Survey Team Leader, this role involves performing field survey work, ensuring accurate data collection and compliance with industry standards and company procedures. The Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief role will require you to exercise technical expertise, leadership skills, and communication in a collaborative environment offering career growth opportunities.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Lead a survey crew to conduct field surveys, including boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, levels, and data collectors.
• Preparing detailed field notes and sketches to document survey activities.
• Adhere to project requirements, goals, and schedules as outlined by the Survey Team Leader.
• Fundamental operation of survey software for downloading, processing, initial quality control, and verification of accuracy, ensuring data meets project and company quality requirements.
• Assist in monitoring project progress, troubleshooting issues, and implement solutions to maintain timelines and budget constraints.
• Timely and effectively communicate issues or delays to the Survey Team Leader
• Practice safety protocols promoting a safe working environment, including maintaining PPE inventory and performing safety checks on equipment, procedures, and vehicles.
• Provide basic guidance and training to junior survey crew members and assist in evaluation of survey crew performance.

What You Will Bring:

• Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA certifications, or successfully passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying exam is desired.
• FAA Part 107, Certified Remote Pilot certification is preferred.
• Above average communication skills, both verbal and written and be able to effectively present information before clients and employees.
• Comprehensive understanding of survey principles, methods, and practices.
• Ability to interpret and analyze survey data, maps, and construction plans.
• Good organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with survey-related mathematical concepts (proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, slope, elevations, etc.).
• Strong understanding of Subsurface Utility Engineering standards (ASCE 38-22), utility mapping techniques, the ability to operate ground penetrating radar, and electromagnetic locators is preferred.

Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or five (5) years of related experience.
• Mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties required of the position.
• Proficient in operating survey instruments and software, including total stations, GNSS GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Proficient in searching for and locating boundary corners and/or PLS section corners, including but not limited to accessory and/or witness monumentation.
• Ability to travel overnight and work overtime as needed.
• Proficient computer skills, including data transfer, data processing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Pass a pre-employment driver’s license background check and maintain a satisfactory driving record, as required by our insurance company.
• Must successfully pass periodic drug testing as required by company policy.

Physical Qualifications:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Good physical condition and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently reach with hands and arms, bend and climb and/or balance.
• Ability to use tools and equipment. For instance, tape measure, cloth / steel tape, machete, hammer, shovel, pick axe.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Must have vision abilities of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in outdoor environments, often in remote and rugged locations.
• Exposure to various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow.
• Physical demands include standing for extended periods, walking on uneven terrain, and carrying equipment.

Personal & Professional Growth:

The Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief position offers potential advancement to Senior Survey Crew Chief/Senior Survey Party Chief and higher managerial roles within the surveying and geomatics discipline and Infrastructure sector markets and practices. There are opportunities to specialize in niche areas of surveying such as advance manufacturing, geodetic control, transportation, aviation, hydrographic surveying, or photogrammetry/remote sensing. Continuous professional development and training will be provided to stay updated with advancements in surveying technology and methods. Leading large-scale and high-profile projects, you will have the chance to significantly contribute to the company’s growth and reputation.

This position is eligible for a one-time signing bonus in the amount of $3,000, to be paid on the employee’s first regular payroll following hire. The signing bonus is contingent upon the employee completing 12 months of continuous service. If the employee voluntarily resigns or is terminated for cause prior to completing one year of employment, the signing bonus must be repaid in full in accordance with company policy.

Benefits You Will Love:

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Woolpert is hiring a Survey Instrument Operator to join our dynamic Survey & Geomatics team in Virginia Beach, VA!

The Survey Instrument Operator is a mid-level position responsible for performing advanced land survey tasks under the supervision of the Survey Crew Chief. This role involves operating sophisticated survey instruments, ensuring data accuracy, and providing technical support to the survey team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of survey principles and practices, strong technical skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in computer use for data management and analysis is essential.

Reads maps and construction drawings. Supports Crew Chief by performing job assignments such as field calculations, assisting in boundary monument recovery, brush clearing, topographic surveying, utility inventories, establishment of geodetic control, photo / lidar control, etc. Monitors conditions of equipment and reports repair needs as necessary. Records field data in electronic data collector. Downloads electronic data and logs downloads. Loads and unloads equipment from survey vehicle daily. Maintains survey equipment including electronic total stations, GNSS units, antenna, radios, cables, batteries, modems, tripods, rods, levels, generators, traffic control devices, etc.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do

• Follow instructions from the Survey Crew Chief and adhere to established survey procedures and safety guidelines.
• Must be able to work with survey-related mathematical concepts (proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, slope, elevations, coordinates, etc.).
• Operate and maintain advanced survey instruments, including total stations, GNSS equipment, levels, and data collectors.
• Lead the setup and breakdown of survey equipment at job sites.
• Collect and verify accurate field data for various types of surveys.
• Record detailed and precise field notes, sketches, and reports.
• Follow and enforce established survey procedures and safety guidelines.
• Transport, clean, and store survey equipment and tools, ensuring they are in good working condition.
• Assist with data transfer from field instruments to office computers and perform preliminary data processing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to survey instruments and data collection.
• Train and mentor junior survey staff and assist the Survey Crew Chief in team coordination.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure the timely and accurate completion of projects.

What You Will Bring:

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and applicable OSHA certifications.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in land surveying or a related field.
• Must be mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties required of the position.
• Must have average communication skills, both verbal and written and be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Must be able to travel frequently and extensively, overnight and/or out of town.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, plans, and construction drawings.
• Good physical condition and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• CPU literate: Proficient computer skills, including data transfer, data processing software, and basic CAD/GIS applications.
• Must have valid driver’s license and pass a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. Must maintain satisfactory driving record, as required by our insurance company.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment background and drug screening. Periodic drug testing may be required per company policy.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Good physical condition and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to frequently reach with hands and arms, bend and climb and/or balance.
• Ability to use tools, and equipment. For instance, Tape measure, cloth / steel tape, machete, hammer.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Must have vision abilities of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in outdoor environments, often in remote and rugged locations.
• Exposure to various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Physical demands include standing for extended periods, walking on uneven terrain, and carrying equipment.

Opportunities For Advancement:
Survey Instrument Operator positions may lead to advancement opportunities within the surveying department, including roles such as Survey Crew Chief, Senior Survey Crew Chief and Survey CAD Technician with additional training and experience. This job description outlines the responsibilities and qualifications for a mid-level Survey Instrument Operator, emphasizing advanced technical skills and a focus on advancement and learning opportunities while shadowing a Crew Chief.

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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