Department: Butte, MT
Job Status: Full Time
Amount of Travel Required: 80-90%
Positions Supervised: One
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8-5 unless needed otherwise
Position Summary
The Project Surveyor will be responsible for conducting surveys, preparing maps and reports, and providing accurate data for engineering and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of surveying techniques, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work independently. Must have a valid driver's license.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions Statements
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Conduct land surveys using various surveying equipment and technology, including GPS, total stations, and levels.
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Prepare and maintain accurate field notes, sketches, and survey reports.
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Analyze survey data to determine the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land features.
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Collaborate with engineers, architects, and construction teams to provide accurate survey data for project planning and design.
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Perform boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and safety protocols.
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Use computer-aided design (CAD) and Geospatial software to create detailed maps and plans.
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Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
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Research legal records, survey records, and land titles to obtain information about property boundaries and areas to be surveyed.
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Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and team members to address any survey-related issues or concerns.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
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Technical Proficiency: Demonstrates a thorough understanding of surveying equipment, and techniques, including GPS, total stations, levels, and CAD and Geospatial software.
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Attention to Detail: Maintains high levels of accuracy and precision in all aspects of survey work, ensuring reliable and error-free data.
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Analytical Skills: Exhibits strong analytical abilities to interpret survey data and make informed decisions.
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Problem-Solving: Effectively identifies and resolves issues related to land surveying, demonstrating resourcefulness and critical thinking.
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Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with clients, team members, and other stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
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Team Collaboration: Works well within a team environment, contributing to collective goals and supporting colleagues as needed.
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Time Management: Manages time efficiently to meet project deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Adaptability: Adapts to changing project requirements and environments, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
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Ethical Conduct: Upholds high ethical standards and integrity in all professional activities.
Skills and Abilities
Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field. Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred or ability to obtain.
Experience: 5+ plus years' industry experience.
Other Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft word and excel and experience with databases.
Reasonable Accommodations Statements
An individual must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
