What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Surveyor position at GPD Group?
Field Surveyor- Louisville, KY
Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD Group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.
For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing engineering, architecture, and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of almost 700 professionals working in 13 offices, it is our passion for our work and commitment to our purpose that unites us.
GPD is excited to expand our professional surveying services into the Louisville, KY market and is looking to hire a Project Surveyor. GPD Group prides itself on being a forward-thinking company that includes the use of traditional survey paired with newer technologies in UAV and LiDAR. This Field Surveyor will share a passion for innovation, survey expertise and leading the field effort in our Louisville, KY office for the Survey team.
Role Qualifications:
- High School Diploma required; Associate degree in Survey/Civil Engineering Technology a plus.
- 3-5 years’ experience in the Survey industry, primarily in the field.
- General proficiency in AutoCAD or other drafting software (i.e., MicroStation, Inroads, Civil3D) with a willingness to expand on drafting skillset in the office.
- Ability to work independently in the field and interested in training on survey basemapping.
- Experience with Laser Scanning and UAS technologies a plus.
- Ability to operate motorized equipment.
- Ability to work 8-10 hours outdoors under various field conditions with exposure to heat, cold, and other possible adverse conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. of equipment from work truck to site for surveying use.
- Valid driver's license.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.
- Thrives in a collaborative project environment and enjoys all forms of communication while working with clients and team members (virtual, in-person, phone).
Key Responsibilities:
- Field work in our Survey group provides the opportunity to interact with multiple stakeholders and in a wide variety of services that encompass our discipline: this includes all practices/market sectors that GPD services: Public Works, Transportation, Roadway, Traffic, etc.
- Utilizing our newer Survey technology equipment to execute strategic actions aligned with both Survey and GPD Group goals: GPD is looking for a go-getter that is passionate about driving results for the company and working on a collaborative Survey team to support field efforts. They would coordinate with other professional surveyors and project teams to complete project scope and schedule on time and within GPD’s quality standards.
- Hybrid technical project work includes all aspects of surveying including (but not limited to) execution of field work, drafting of topographic surveys. It will also encompass preparing surveying documents, researching past survey maps and deeds.
GPD believes passionately that everyone on our team knows that they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put the time and effort in to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and in your benefits offering. GPD offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
- Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
- Vacation & Sick Time
- Professional Development Support
- And much more…
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-M/F/Disabled/Vet
Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
