Survey Project Coordinator I

McKim & Creed, Inc. • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

A Survey Project Coordinator I provides project administration, scheduling, financial processing, and technical administration assistance to Project Surveyors and Project Managers. The role coordinates the production of maps and drawings, with responsibility for accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, meeting schedules and budgets, and responsive client service. The coordinator also trains and mentors field staff, downloads and uploads field data, produces maps and drawings using various software platforms, and communicates with the project team. The position applies construction staking methods, construction documents, and as-built deliverables, as well as knowledge of historical survey practices and applicable Texas survey statutes, to final survey deliverables.

Requirements

• Two-year associate degree in Land Surveying/Civil Engineering Technology and/or three years of surveying field experience.
• 1–3 years of experience with AutoCAD/MicroStation Civil 3D, survey computation processing, Trimble, data processing, GPS, boundary surveys, construction staking, ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys, topographic surveys, and utility route surveys.
• Basic experience with field survey procedures and equipment in accordance with current industry standards.
• Basic understanding of technical specifications related to project deliverables.
• Experience with BlueBeam Revu or comparable geomatics software, such as ArcGIS, Google Earth, or Survey123, including opening drawings, computing closures, editing drawing information, creating minor drawings, plotting points, and importing and exporting data.
• Basic knowledge of GIS systems, data reliability, and support of company resources related to GIS technology.
• Prior experience working in a project-oriented service business.
• Microsoft Office experience and strong Excel skills.
• Responsible, organized, detail-oriented, inquisitive, and assertive, with a take-charge attitude and commitment to follow-through and completeness.
• Ability to work as part of a large team of professional and technical staff.
• Ability to work independently and initiate action without detailed instruction.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

• Land Surveying Intern, Surveyor in Training, Certified Surveying Technician, or similar certification.
• Familiarity with construction staking, boundary, ALTA, and topographic surveys.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, maps, and legal descriptions.
• Persuasive skills, empathy, and sociability to work closely with people in potentially difficult situations and develop effective, trustworthy working relationships with Project Managers and field crew staff.
• ArcGIS or Survey123 experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the production of maps and drawings, ensuring details are covered and quality, schedules, and budgets are met.
• Produce maps and drawings.
• Download and upload field data.
• Technically produce maps and drawings using various software platforms.
• Communicate with the project team.
• Train and mentor field staff.
• Apply construction staking methods, construction documents, and as-built deliverable requirements.
• Apply knowledge of historical survey practices and applicable Texas survey statutes to final survey deliverables.
• Provide project administration, scheduling, financial processing, and technical administration assistance to Project Surveyors and Project Managers.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); all employees are owners and benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay.
• Paid holidays.
• Bereavement, parental, medical, and military leave.
• Multiple office locations.
• Growth opportunities and training, including mentoring and training programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development programs and online courses.
• Collaborative and supportive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree