Land Surveyor in Training

The Staff Surveyor prepares survey calculations, drawings and other project documents based upon information gathered by topographic property/boundary surveys, and records research using AutoCAD and other survey software. May participate in and/or lead quality control or quantity control (QA/QC) checks during various stages of the assigned project(s). May also participate in building project proposals. Typical advancement is based on the quality performance of essential duties and responsibilities. Discretionary advancement is based on employee’s actions and accomplishments. This role provides supervision for Staff Technician team, including training as needed of Staff Technicians.

Essential Duties:

• Understand project work plan to ascertain project objectives, time frame, funding limitations, staffing requirements, allotment of available resources, and procedures for accomplishing project
• Confer with Project Manager and senior project staff to ascertain coordination and critical interface requirements.
• Prepare detailed maps, plats, exhibits, and other project documents to accurately reflect rights-of-way, property and boundary locations, easements, elevations, topography, and existing conditions based upon field surveys and recorded information
• Participate in the drafting and product design documents
• Prepare project documents in accordance with established drafting computer-aided-drafting (CAD) standards
• Perform computer modeling of topographic conditions to develop cross-sections, profiles, and calculations of earthwork quantities
• Perform research and investigation of utility base maps and record drawings to map the approximate location of underground utilities
• Perform calculations and prepare cut-sheets for construction staking and layout of roadways, culverts, sewers, drainage structures, and other improvements as required
• Prepare as-built drawings based upon field observations and measurements
• Coordinates “Scope of Work” between survey crew and Technicians
• Follow and abide by the DMA employee and safety manuals
• Completes required initial and ongoing training as requested by DMA
• Wears DMA branded Safety-Shirts and appropriate PPE when working on-site, in the field
• Completes other duties as assigned

General Requirements:

• Be detail oriented, versatile, and enthusiastic.
• Exhibit flexibility to work on multiple projects and react to changing client and company expectations.
• Ability to take direction and function independently with limited supervision.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Capable of multi-tasking on a wide range of projects of varying size and complexity.
• Participate and become an active part of the project and division team through active listening & open communication.
• Possess strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Tools (SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, etc.) and Document Control Management Software.
• Maintains time sheet, tracks mileage, and reimbursement documents in compliance with company policies
• Required Skills:
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Familiar with AutoCAD, MicroStation and similar software
• Understanding and ability to apply basic Survey Principles

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• An associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school is preferred
• 3 years related work experience is required

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Professional Land Survey in Training (PLSIT) License in Missouri and/or Illinois is required

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to be seated at a standard workstation for 75% or more of workday
• Able to use desktop, laptop and/or tablet computer and smart phone for 75% or more of workday
• Work performed will typically be in an office environment with moderate noise level or may be performed remotely based on the company & Division’s in-office attendance policy
• Occasional travel to other offices or vendor/company partner/job site locations may be required
• The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions when training or supporting field crews
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate except if working near highways or airports which can expose the employee to a high noise level requiring hearing protection

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Performance bonus

Physical Setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• St. Louis, MO 63110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000