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Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc.
Actively hiring
Project Surveyor
- Workplace
- On-site
- Commitment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Salary
- $30 - $40/hr
- Posted
Location
Chattanooga, United States
Accura Engineering is seeking a Project Surveyor to apply advanced surveying techniques while collaborating with senior survey and engineering professionals. The role involves processing field survey data, performing calculations, ensuring compliance with standards, and supporting survey deliverables. The position supports diverse projects and requires staying updated on emerging technologies.
Responsibilities
- Process daily field survey data using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD to create high-quality survey drawings.
- Collaborate with a Professional Land Surveyor to perform survey and design calculations adhering to federal, state, local, and company standards.
- Ensure all work complies with client standards, specifications, and required documentation.
- Provide assistance to survey team members and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
- Interpret engineering documents and digital files for accurate survey application.
- Perform field data collection and reduction for hydrographic surveys, GPS networks, lidar data, and UAV data.
- Support the preparation of survey deliverables, including models and reports, using industry-standard software and tools.
- Stay updated on emerging surveying technologies and software to improve project outcomes.
- Carry out additional surveying-related tasks as required.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent required
- Certification in Surveying, qualifying to sit for licensure examinations in Georgia.
- 5+ years’ experience in Land Surveying.
- Aspiration to obtain a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Georgia.
- Experience with the collection and reduction of mobile and terrestrial lidar data, UAV data, and hydrographic surveys.
- Familiarity with GPS networks and related data collection
- Strong understanding of surveying principles and practical applications.
- Experience with GDOT standards and processes
- Experience with GDOT software, including MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads.
- Knowledge of hydrographic, GPS, lidar, and UAV surveying methodologies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude.
- Capability to manage assigned tasks independently and meet project deadlines.
Nice to have
- Interest in obtaining FAA Part 107 certification for UAV operation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.