Surveyor

Cogent Talent Solutions•Indianapolis, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a growing civil‑engineering and surveying team in the Indianapolis area is seeking an experienced Surveyor to support boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking projects across central Indiana. This role is hands‑on, field‑focused, and ideal for someone who takes pride in accuracy, efficiency, and craftsmanship. The Surveyor works closely with project managers, CAD staff, and field crews to deliver precise field data and high‑quality survey products from mobilization through final deliverables.

Requirements

3+ years of professional field surveying experience
Proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and electronic data collectors
Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions, plats, and deed documents
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and terrain

Nice To Haves

Indiana Licensed Land Surveyor (LS) or LSIT actively pursuing licensure
Experience with Trimble or Leica equipment and related software
Familiarity with central Indiana survey records (Boone, Hamilton, etc.)
Construction staking experience for land development projects
Ability to mentor or lead a survey technician or two‑person crew
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Dependable, field‑ready, and methodical in both work and documentation
Proactive communicator who flags issues before they become downstream problems
Organized field notes and consistent reporting habits
Reliable and punctual — understands that field schedules depend on the crew
Sees surveying as a craft and takes ownership of the quality of their work
Active Indiana LS license with the ability to stamp deliverables
Experience managing survey projects from records research through final plat
Familiarity with county recorder and surveyor systems in central Indiana
Demonstrated leadership of field crews or mentorship of junior technicians

Responsibilities

Perform boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking surveys
Operate and maintain total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, and data collectors
Process and reduce field data; prepare point files and surface data for CAD production
Research plats, deeds, easements, and county records to support boundary determinations
Coordinate with CAD technicians to ensure accurate translation of field data
Lead field crew operations, equipment logistics, and daily mobilization
Document field conditions, anomalies, and findings in clear field notes and reports
Ensure compliance with Indiana survey law and professional standards
Track project progress and communicate schedule or scope issues proactively