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Project Land Surveyor

Kier & Wright, Livermore, CA, United States

Duration: Full Time


SUMMARY


In this role, the Project Surveyor will be responsible for overseeing all phases of surveying on multiple projects under the direct supervision of a Licensed Surveyor. They will assist the Licensed Surveyor by organizing, managing and executing all types of surveys and be responsible for reviewing all work being prepared.




RESPONSIBILITIES


Project Management



  • Understanding of contract negotiations, client billing and contract amendments for changes to scope and fees under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor

  • Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling project team activities under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor.

  • Work closely with Management to develop project scopes and schedules and track and maintain project budgets.

  • Develop working relationships with client, contractors, stakeholders, relevant agencies.


Technical



  • Under the supervision of a Licensed Surveyor :

  • Work with field and office personnel, both as a team member and independently, to produce Record of Surveys, A.L.T.A. surveys, Plats and Legal Descriptions, Topographic Surveys, Lot line Adjustments, easement exhibits, and any document required for project completion

  • Reduce and process field notes, sketches, checklists and digital data in required formats for Project Managers, Land Surveyors and Drafting personnel

  • Calculate accurate Easements and Boundary Lines from Record Maps and Grant Deed Descriptions and Title reports.

  • Review and understand Agreements, CC&R's and other documents within Title reports.

  • Generate accurate Surfaces and Contours through AutoCAD

  • Preparing drawings per company CAD standards.

  • Perform site field checks.

  • Perform property information research duties for record of surveys, tract maps, parcel maps, deeds, as-built, etc., using internet and document search software.

  • Analyze field data & plot accurately onto a cad file (i.e. description codes, invert Dip sheets)

  • Ability to create a 3D model from a point cloud.

  • Adjust conventional and G.P.S. control networks.

  • Resolve boundaries using accepted boundary and legal principles and case, state and federal laws under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor

  • Other duties as assigned.




EXPERIENCE + EDUCATION



  • Bachelor's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent years of experience in Land Surveying

  • 5+ years' relevant experience

  • Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) required, License preferred

  • General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, Bluebeam, etc.

  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, required.

  • Knowledge and understanding of all types of utility plans




Why Kier + Wright?



  • Great culture - Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work

  • Competitive Pay($75,000 - $105,000 DOE, location, + work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office)

  • Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family

  • 401(k) and Profit Sharing

  • Paid Holidays

  • Generous PTO

  • Free office snacks

  • Much more!




Who we are


Since 1972, Kier + Wright has provided both private and public sector clients with engineering and surveying work that is efficient, cost-effective and forward-thinking. We offer a full range of services to support commercial, industrial, and high-density residential development and redevelopment projects. For more information about our services, visit kierwright.com. EEO





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