Surveyor

Description

Position Summary

The Surveyor is primarily a field-based role responsible for leading survey crews in the collection of accurate field data across various project types. This position requires extensive outdoor work in diverse terrain and weather conditions. The Surveyor will operate and maintain technical surveying equipment, supervise field personnel, and ensure compliance with survey standards, safety protocols, and project specifications. The position involves daily travel to project sites, primarily operating from a field vehicle rather than an office setting.

Location 

This opportunity can also be based out of the following office locations - Hershey, PA; Bethlehem, PA; State College, PA; or West Chester, PA

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and directly participate in field-based survey crews, primarily working outdoors at project sites
• Conduct various field surveys including boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA/ACSM land title, as-built, and environmental surveys
• Operate, maintain, and transport survey equipment including robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, data collectors, and conventional survey tools
• Research and analyze field data discrepancies, boundary conflicts, and survey control issues on-site
• Perform field calculations and data verification while on project sites
• Implement appropriate safety protocols and traffic control measures in field environments
• Maintain field vehicles, equipment, and supplies to ensure readiness for daily deployment
• Record detailed field notes, sketches, and digital data while on-site
• Communicate daily with Survey Manager regarding field progress, challenges, and completion status
• Travel between multiple job sites, sometimes requiring overnight stays
• Train junior field staff in proper survey techniques, equipment operation, and field safety
• Identify and resolve field-specific issues independently while maintaining project schedules

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years of field surveying experience
• Demonstrated experience operating robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS equipment
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and varied terrain
• Physical capability to stand/walk for extended periods and carry equipment up to 50 lbs
• Strong field calculation and problem-solving skills
• Experience supervising field crews

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of field surveying methods, techniques, and equipment
• Ability to interpret plans, plats, legal descriptions, and engineering drawings in the field
• Strong skills in field mathematics and calculations
• Proficient in the use and maintenance of robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS equipment
• Knowledge of proper field safety procedures and traffic control methods
• Strong leadership and communication skills for directing field crews
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed field notes and records
• Skill in identifying and resolving discrepancies between plans and field conditions
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet project deadlines
• Decision-making skills for addressing field challenges autonomously
• Team-oriented with ability to train and mentor junior field staff

Working Conditions

• Primarily field-based position (approximately 90% field, 10% office)
• Required to work outdoors in all weather conditions year-round
• Frequent travel to job sites within the region by company vehicle
• Occasional overnight travel required
• Regular exposure to uneven terrain, construction sites, traffic, and natural elements
• Physically demanding role requiring standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the day

Your Wellness, Our Priority: A Look at Our Benefits 

We invest in our team's well-being and future through a comprehensive benefits package with a range of offerings designed to support you holistically. Our health and wellness offerings include two Health Insurance options (Traditional PPO and QHDHP with an HSA), vision and dental coverage, life insurance, disability protection, accident and critical illness coverage. To enhance your future financial security, we provide a 401(k) with company match, HSA/FSA accounts, and 529 college savings plans. Work-life balance is prioritized through our generous PTO starting at 15 days per year and 10 paid holidays per year, giving you ample time to rest, recharge, and attend to life outside the office. An Employee Assistance Program is provided to you and your household with resources to assist you in managing a variety of situations. We invest in your professional growth through our Tuition Reimbursement program and continuing education opportunities. After 6 months of employment, all team members become eligible for quarterly bonuses, providing additional avenues for financial growth. This robust package is designed to foster a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally, underscoring our dedication to your overall well-being and future success.