Project Surveyor

POSITION SUMMARY This position is for a full-time Licensed Land Surveyor in any of our office locations. We are seeking a highly motivated individual capable of performing a variety of surveying tasks, including but not limited to: site and highway construction layout, MDOT design surveys, control surveys, precision industrial surveying, ALTA and topographic surveys. 

THE COMPANY Spicer Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering, surveying, planning, and planning company. We have offices in Saginaw, St. Johns, Manistee, Traverse City, Dundee, Byron Center, East Lansing, Standish, Bingham Farms, and Atlanta, Georgia. Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values.

Spicer Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including sick, vacation, and holiday pay; fitness membership reimbursement; a 401(k)-match program; profit sharing; health, dental, and vision insurance options; and much more

A TYPICAL DAY ON THE JOB Capable of working in the field and in the office using the latest in robotic, GPS and laser scanning hardware and software Works as a member of a survey crew assisting the Crew Chief when performing boundary, topography, ALTA, right of way, and construction surveys for public, private, and governmental clients Responsible for assisting in the operation and maintenance of survey equipment, taking field notes, data collection, performing calculations, and working with staff on various projects Works on office tasks, including LiDAR processing, GPS/Total Station data processing, client deliverables, including reports, maps, quality checking Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions; able to perform complex mathematical computations, including least squares adjustments and data analysis Performs physically demanding work in all types of weather and terrain Knowledgeable of and/or experienced in the following: Traffic control and safety procedures for a variety of surveying and construction operations Reading and interpreting construction plans Developing grade sheets or staking files/CAD models to support construction projects Principles of surveying and construction layout Maintains professionalism on the job (e.g. attire, honesty, and respect for personal property) Must be able to travel locally and nationally based on project demands, with approximately 30% travel Per diem and lodging is provided for all travel assignments EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in surveying or related field Experience working on MDOT projects not required, but favorable 5+ years of experience in surveying Licensed professional surveyor or ability to become licensed per new licensing guidelines

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