What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Surveyor position at Alta E&I?
Job Description
Job Description
General Summary :
Alta Southwest is seeking an experienced professional to join our team as a Project Surveyor. The Project Surveyor is an integral part of our Registered Land Surveyor staff providing leadership for our daily surveying operations which include but are not limited to conventional and geodetic control, boundary, design mapping, monument preservation, as-built and ALTA surveys; the preparation of Records of Survey, legal descriptions, technical notes and reports, CAD drawings and other deliverables and calculations. The Project Surveyor monitors and coordinates surveying activities, oversees field crews and field data and maintains client relations on assigned projects.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Advanced understanding of land surveying law, boundary principles, the Public Lands Survey System, GPS / GNSS and geodetic concepts / state plane coordinates, photogrammetry, construction / land development processes, Transportation, Flood Control projects, field procedures and crew safety best practices
- Possess independent judgment, effective project management, excellent communication and supervisory skills, the ability to resolve complex problems
- Coordinate with related professional disciplines to achieve project goals
- Familiarity with land use regulations and the land development process
- Perform research which may include using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Occasionally conduct field visits including hazardous construction sites having all types of terrain, heavy equipment, extreme temperatures and in all weather conditions
- Have knowledge of Field Equipment / Instruments : proper use, capability, maintenance, methodology and best practices. Determine proper equipment and techniques to be used to meet project requirements
- Proficient with CAD applications and common office software; Perform network adjustments of GPS / GNSS and total station observations, adjustments of traverse and level closures, and advanced understanding of coordinate geometry and basic survey computations
- Have a general knowledge of traffic control and safety procedures for a variety of surveying and construction operations.
- Have a basic knowledge of first-aid and safety practices
Supervisory Skills
Other Responsibilities
Education and Experience :
Why Alta Southwest :
Alta Southwest is a leading firm in Southern Arizona offering Civil, Geotechnical, and Environmental Engineering and Land Surveying services. We have a long and successful history partnering with the most reputable architects, developers, building contractors, institutions, and government agencies working on diverse projects in both the public and private sectors. Alta provides performance driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning. These projects have primarily been in the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan and surrounding areas but have also included other locations in the State of Arizona. Alta Southwest is one of the fastest growing premier Engineering and Land Surveying firms in the state. We strive to be the best engineering and land surveying firm to work with, work for and invest in! We invite you to join our team in an engaging and satisfying career, in a professional environment and work-life balance.
Benefits :
As an Alta Southwest employee you will receive the opportunity to enroll in our company sponsored benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability) and 401k plan. You will also receive 7 paid company holidays and accrue up to 10 paid days off. We pay for employee earned certifications, which include immediate pay increases. Come join us!
