Professional Land Surveyor
Coralville, IA · $75k-$100k+
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About this role
Location: Coralville, IA
Work mode: On-site
Experience: Senior Level
Work authorization: US Citizen/Permanent Resident
Relocation: Not available
Openings: 1
JOB DESCRIPTION
The client is currently seeking to hire a full time Professional Land Surveyor or LSIT to join our team of engineers and technical specialists. A successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and success of the business.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be currently registered as a LS, LSIT, or already meet the requirements to take the LSIT exam.
Strong communication, organization, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Software Skills: AutoCAD, Civil3D, Faro Scene, Recap and Microsoft Office Suite.
Valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel out of town for projects and work outside.
Proficiency in construction staking, and performing ALTA, boundary, and topographic surveys.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Prioritized by Level of Experience)
Commitment to following safety procedures.
Prepare field drawings and high-quality notes of each project in the field book.
Calculate geographic positions from survey data, property lines and other characteristics of terrain.
Produce and deliver control, boundary, topography, ALTA, right of way, as-builts, and construction surveying services.
Search legal records, survey records, and land titles to obtain information about property boundaries in areas to be surveyed.
Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain survey equipment. Coordinate with equipment vendors as needed. Must be proficient with Trimble robotic total station and GPS equipment.
Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, map records, and documents relating to surveys.
Develop and maintain relationships with clients and deliver exceptional quality surveys that are on time and on budget.
Coordinate with office staff members, clients, and other key stakeholders.
Mentor survey staff and train staff in the use of equipment and field survey techniques.
Assist, train, direct, and supervise field crew and office staff members in the performance of their duties as it relates to surveying.
Lead and supervise the preparation of proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and invoices.
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Do you sponsor work authorization?
Yes, for consultants we employ on W-2 — H-1B transfers, extensions, amendments, and employment-based green cards.
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