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Survey Assistant

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Job Description - Survey Assistant



Full-time


Description

Giffels Webster has an exciting opportunity for a Field Survey Assistant to join our Detroit Headquarters based Survey Group, working on high-profile projects that are contributing to the revitalization of the City of Detroit as well as a variety of project needs in and around Metro Detroit.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work as part of a team on various surveying projects and assist a wide variety of client types from architects, developers, property owners and real estate professionals. Candidates should be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and technical knowledge, problem solving and analytic skills. A background in land surveying, carpentry or construction is a plus.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • Work with Field Survey Crew Chief conducting field visits to coordinate existing site conditions with raw survey data and record information.
  • Work collaboratively with office personnel to ensure collection of data needed to complete surveys meeting the Client’s objectives.
  • Keep accurate notes and sketches.
  • Assist in a variety of surveying tasks such as topographic surveys, boundary surveys, control surveys, differential leveling, GPS network surveys, construction layout, as-builts, ALTA surveys and grade certificates.
  • Collect, import, export, and process field data.
  • Take responsibility for care and security of truck and survey equipment.
  • Understand and follow company and government safety rules and standards.
  • Participate in internal discussions about surveying considerations and lessons learned from our projects.

What we offer:

  • Competitive Salaries
  • Medical/Vision/Dental insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off: Vacation, Sick time, Holidays, Birthday
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Bonus Program

About us:

Come join our flexible and dedicated team, which was voted one of the Top Workplaces to work for seven years in a row (2017-2023) by the Detroit Free Press and most recently a Best Places to Work by Crain's Detroit in 2024.

Giffels Webster has a strong commitment to using multi-disciplinary approaches to making communities better. We are seeking team members who support context-sensitive solutions to project and client needs. If you are looking to put your skills to work with a highly motivated and highly qualified team, we want to hear from you!

Giffels Webster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran or any other legally protected status.

Note to Recruitment Agencies:

Only direct applicants will be accepted, unless a placement agreement is in place. If no placement agreement is in place at time of candidate submission, no fee will be due and no fee will be paid. Please do not forward resumes to our team members, partners or any company location.


Requirements

  • You have a high school diploma or a technical degree in a related area.
  • Valid driver license

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