Geomatics Project Surveyor

VHB•South Portland, ME

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Project Surveyor | South Portland, ME Our growing South Portland, Maine office is looking for a Project Surveyor. Under general supervision responsible for all aspects of a survey project regulated by a specific state’s laws and board of licensure rules, applying the laws and procedures relating to land ownership, boundaries and titles when reviewing survey work.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of surveying mathematics (e.g., geometry, trigonometry, least squares adjustment).
Proficient in reading and understanding engineering, architectural, and structural drawings.
In-depth knowledge of all aspects of geomatics/survey engineering (e.g., legal requirements, boundary determinations, topographic surveys, utility surveys, highway surveys, subdivisions, construction stakeout, lidar, photogrammetry, terrestrial/mobile/aerial scanning).
Excellent research skills.
Ability to operate company vehicles.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of mapping concepts.
0-4 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor
High school diploma or GED
Extensive experience using industry standard software for data collection, processing, management, and drafting, including but not limited to AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Trimble, and ArcGIS.

Nice To Haves

AS or BS in Survey Engineering, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Manages all aspects of survey work that result in boundary determination inclusive of field and office efforts.
Manages all aspects of survey work that includes boundary determination but is regulated by a particular state’s laws, rules, and regulations, resulting in boundary determination inclusive of field and office efforts.
Research historical maps, land records, previous survey results and land title information as needed to compare and verify current measurements and resolve questions of boundary lines.
Creates reports and maps according to client or project requirements containing information from field measurements, boundary markers, and other physical features.
Prepares two-dimensional maps and three-dimensional computer renderings of property features, such as boundary lines, existing structures, utility lines, and other physical features.
Coordinates field crews and survey/CAD Technicians.
Performs field checks and manages quality control.
May provide technical guidance to junior staff for projects' duration.
Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals.
Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures.