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Project Surveyor

(Posted 8/13/10)
TETRA TECH, INC. - Scranton & Pittsburgh, PA - SEE FULL AD

We are searching for a Project Surveyor who will be responsible for the operation and supervision of multiple company survey crews, procure and maintain survey equipment and coordinate the collection of the necessary survey data for site development, commercial clients, and governmental clients. The candidate shall have a thorough understanding of state laws as they relate to surveying, boundary surveys, ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys, topographic surveys, and construction stakeout, as well as, development of proposals, cost estimating projects, developing an maintaining schedules, QAQC technical information for accuracy and completeness, signing and sealing plans, communicating with existing clients, developing new clients, and able to work independently.

The successful candidate will have essential duties and responsibilities that will include the following: 

• Manage a survey office that consists of multiple survey crews across primarily PA and in other states.
• Select and procure survey equipment to meet multiple project needs.  
• Coordinate the collection of survey data as required in accordance with the specifications, scopes of work and work plans.
• Adhere to and implement standard operating procedures and quality control requirements for surveying and data management activities.
• Coordinate technical interface activities with CADD designers and operators and other project team personnel.
• Maintain department staffing at levels that satisfy project requirements and department labor utilization targets.  
• Conduct business development activities in coordination with company marketing plans and staff to present the company’s surveying capabilities to new and existing clients and help increase the win rate for projects utilizing surveying services.

Survey Crew Chief (Part-time on call)

(Posted 8/13/10)
TETRA TECH, INC. - Scranton & Pittsburgh, PA - SEE FULL AD

We are searching for a Survey Crew Chief to be responsible for the direct supervision of company survey crew personnel, evaluate and maintain necessary survey equipment, coordinate the collection of the necessary survey data for site development, commercial clients, governmental clients and private clients. The ideal candidate should have an understanding of boundary surveys, ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys, topographic surveys, photo control, and construction stakeout and will include supervision of field crews and coordination with office staff to support civil and environmental projects in multiple states.   The position is part time on an as-needed basis and may develop into full time as workload increases and will be under the direct supervision of the Project Surveyor and ultimately responsible to the Survey Manager.

The successful candidate will be assigned essential duties and responsibilities that will include:                    

• Assist Project Surveyor with selection and procurement of survey equipment to meet client’s needs.  
• Collect survey data as required in accordance with the specifications, scopes of work, and work plans.
• Perform and manage project tasks for public and private clients. 
• Provide technical assistance for CADD operators, design staff and coordinate with project team personnel. 
• Coordinate the work of junior level staff on projects.

Survey Technician (Part-time on call)

(Posted 8/13/10)
TETRA TECH, INC. - Scranton & Pittsburgh, PA - SEE FULL AD

We are searching for a Survey Technician.  The successful candidate will be mainly working into multiple person field crews and be responsible for conducting various types of survey functions including but not limited to, maintaining necessary survey equipment and vehicles, the collection of the necessary survey data for site development, commercial clients, governmental clients and private clients. The ideal candidate should be familiar with boundary surveys, ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys, topographic surveys, photo control, and construction stakeout.  The position is part time on an as-needed basis and may develop into full time as workload increases and will be under the direct supervision of the Crew Chief and ultimately responsible to the Survey Manager.

The Survey Technician will have such essential duties and responsibilities that include: 

• Assist Crew Chief with selection and procurement of survey equipment to meet client’s needs.  
• Collect survey data as required in accordance with the specifications, scopes of work, and work plans.
• Willing and able to continually learn new techniques and processes as well as various equipment to become more efficient. 
• Provide technical assistance for CADD operators, design staff as to what the project looks like in the field coordinate with project team personnel. 
• Assist others on the survey crew to be more efficient.
• Occasionally work with other disciplines as needed.

Registered Surveyor      

(Posted 8/11/10)

Borton-Lawson, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Summary: Supervises and directs survey parties taking responsibility for the method, quality, and quantity of work performed.

See full ad. Apply online: http://www.borton-lawson.com/c1210.html

Crew Chief        

(Posted 8/11/10)

Borton-Lawson, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Summary: Coordinates the work of the survey crew in the field and ensures completion of calculations.

See full ad. Apply online: http://www.borton-lawson.com/t0710.html

Instrument Person (2 positions available)

(Posted 8/11/10)

Borton-Lawson, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Summary: Compiles data for the accurate placement of boundaries and property.

See full ad. Apply online: http://www.borton-lawson.com/t0810.html

Survey Assistant

(Posted 8/11/10)

Borton-Lawson, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Summary: Compiles data for the accurate placement of boundaries and property.

See full ad. Apply online: http://www.borton-lawson.com/t0910.html

Survey Party Chief

(Re-posted 8/11/10)

Hunt Engineering Company, Malvern, Pa., has an immediate opening for a Party Chief to perform ALTA, boundary, aerial ground control, topographic and construction surveys for transportation, and land development projects. This is a full time position with the opportunity for overtime. The position requires a minimum 2 years of responsible experience as a Party Chief. Candidate should be proficient with use of total stations, data collectors, downloading data, automatic levels, with good computer and math skills. Use of GPS equipment, or robotics would be a plus. Some college background preferred. Survey work is performed in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs. Please send your resume to jworrall@huntengineering.com, or fax it to Susan Havey at 610-644-2466. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 537, Malvern, PA 19355

Company Overview
Hunt Engineering Company is in a suburban setting with convenient rail transportation. Our company provides civil, structural, and geotechnical design, as well as survey and construction inspection services. We offer a comprehensive benefit package which includes a 401k with matching contributions, medical, prescription and dental plans, employer paid long term disability and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and additional voluntary employee benefits. Hunt Engineering is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Salaries are based on education and experience. For more information please visit our web site at www.huntengineering.com.

Survey Party Chief

(Posted 7/19/10)

KLH Engineers, Inc., a Pittsburgh based municipal environmental consulting engineering firm, specializing in all aspects of water supply, treatment, storage, transmission and distribution; wastewater collection, conveyance, treatment and solids disposal; and stormwater management and conveyance, has an immediate opening for a Survey Party Chief. The position is a full-time, permanent, field position with an excellent benefits package. Pennsylvania PLS or SIT are helpful but not necessary. Motivated, team orientated individuals may submit resume to hr@klhengineers.com.

Project Manager/Professional Land Surveyor
(Posted 6/21/10)

Responsibilities (but not limited to):
·         Deed Plotting
·         Preparation and set-up of survey data for field crews
·         Post survey field data analysis
·         Construction Layout Calculations
·         Grade Sheet Computation
·         Boundary Survey Resolution
·         ALTA/ASCM Land Title Survey Preparation
·         Topographic/Volume Analysis
·         Construction As-built Surveys and/or Layout Sketches
·         Preparation of Metes & Bounds Descriptions
·         Project Datum Conversion/Transformation
·         Coordination with CAD personnel
·         Assisting Project Surveyor with obtaining necessary data to complete survey

Qualifications:
·         Two years experience as a PLS or Project Manager
·         Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
·         Knowledge of field survey operations, engineering and construction industry a plus
·         Ability to meet project deadlines within given budget limits and time frames
·         Ability and focus on Quality Control/Quality Assurance
·         Team Player
·         Desire to succeed and excel in a fast-paced work environment
·         Possess excellent organizational and communications skills
·         Possess strong technical background
·         College education or a Bachelors degree in Surveying or related discipline preferred

Positions not only have opportunities for advancement but have the opportunity to be mentored by various Registered Professionals and/or participate in mentoring other team members.
Compensation/Benefits:  First Capital Engineering offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes 401(k)/profit sharing, career advancement/growth opportunities, and incentive programs.

Please apply online or email you resume to recruiting@fcap.com.

To view a full listing of our open positions and learn more about our company, please visit us online at www.fcap.com.

About Us:  First Capital Engineering specializes in providing a multitude of consulting engineering services to private, corporate, institutional, and municipal clients throughout Pennsylvania.  The firm’s philosophy is to provide our clients with an integrated creative approach to problem solving by establishing a team of civil engineers, landscape architects, planners, surveyors, and designers, who work together to provide great customer service.