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Mark Thomas · 1 day ago

Project Surveyor III (PLS)

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$130K/yr - $170K/yr

6+ years exp

Mark Thomas is seeking a Project Surveyor III who will act as a technical project leader managing complex projects throughout their lifecycle. The role involves providing oversight, coordinating with clients, supervising staff, and contributing to the professional development of the survey team.

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringLandscaping

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Provides project oversight with respect to deliverables, quality, schedule, and budget

Provides specific direction and instruction to field crews; provides relevant communications to other project staff, subconsultants, and clients

Performs quality checks and reviews deliverables of project team members

Coordinates with clients on the technical needs of the project – desired accuracy of topography, precise acquisition areas, etc

Coordinates the review and filing of survey deliverables with the appropriate agency

Assists the Survey Manager with project billing and invoicing responsibilities to include participating in monthly progress reporting, billing reviews, etc

Supervises assigned survey staff members; provides training and mentorship to survey team members

Participates in training, mentorship, and industry activities that contribute to the professional development of staff

Works collaboratively with survey leadership to develop best practices for the Survey Division

Provides input, suggestions, and recommendations for Division standards

Participates in proposal development and project interviews as a technical resource

Qualification

PLS certificationSurvey calculationsProject managementMS Office proficiencySurvey drafting softwareSurvey processing softwareSurvey regulations knowledgeJudgment skillsEffective communicationRelationship building

Required

PLS in state assignment or PLS in another state with the ability to obtain PLS in state of assignment within one year

6-14+ years of relevant and progressively responsible survey experience

Meets/exceeds the competencies of a Project Surveyor II

Demonstrates advanced project management skills with respect to deliverables, budget, schedule, and quality standards

Proficient with MS Office applications

Knowledge of survey drafting software

Advanced knowledge of survey calculations, principles, terms, and deliverables

Knowledge of survey processing software such as Trimble Business Center (TBC)

Advanced knowledge of survey regulations, laws, and boundary resolution

Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of survey principles and practices

Demonstrates effective written and verbal skills

Ability work on multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities

Ability to use sound judgement and follow Company standards and practices as it relates to safety

Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives

401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match

Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time

Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges

Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance

FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking

Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials

Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events

Budgeted time for training and career development

Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments