Senior Surveyor

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Senior Surveyor

My client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Surveyor to join their. This full-time position offers the opportunity to lead survey operations, mentor field staff, and support engineering design projects across a range of civil and land development initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills in AutoCAD and surveying computation with proven leadership experience in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor survey and field teams, managing daily assignments and quality control.
• Perform and oversee coordinate geometry computations, data processing, and field data management.
• Develop topographic base maps, surface models, subdivision plats, and construction stakeout plans.
• Prepare and review development plans, physical surveys, easement plats, ALTA/ACSM surveys, and record drawings.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, attorneys, and local municipalities to ensure project compliance.
• Prepare submittal packages and respond to review comments efficiently and accurately.

Required Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience as a Survey Party Chief or in a similar leadership role.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, coordinate geometry, and survey data processing.
• Hands-on experience with field procedures, survey instruments, and data collection methods.
• Strong understanding of property boundaries, subdivision layout, and relevant survey laws.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and survey software (Trimble Business Center, TerraModel, or equivalent).
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing ALTA/ACSM surveys, FEMA flood certificates, and other regulatory documentation.
• Familiarity with GIS software (AutoCAD Map, ESRI, ArcView).
• Strong math aptitude, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated reliability and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

**Excellent medical, 401k, and vacation benefits!**