SOFT Inc. · 1 day ago
Survey Assistant with AutoCAD and Carlson
Allentown, PA
Contract
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelSOFT Inc. is seeking an Abstract and Survey Assistant for a long-term contract assignment. The role involves performing abstract and title reviews, compiling information for right of way purchases, and assisting with survey information plotting and legal documentation.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Nicole M.
Responsibilities
Perform abstract and title reviews on property purchased in fee-simple and easements for right of way (R/W). Including, but not limited to:
Checking exceptions, adverse conveyances, rights of way, restrictions, etc., to see that they will not conflict with the proposed use of the land
Analyzing and checking to determine accuracy and completeness as related to the description, option and right of way requirements
Compile necessary information for right of way purchases and easements
Compile necessary information and develop basemaps for transmission right of way development projects
Write descriptions for land or right of way purchases
Assist with plotting of survey information and provide information relative to R/W and property plans required
Check accuracy of drawings prepared for legal files to be recorded with deeds or agreements
Assist, as required, in interpreting aerial photographs, contour maps and survey notes for engineers, draftspersons, etc
Perform courthouse research work as requested (generally performed online)
Review survey base maps developed by consultants to ensure accuracy and compliance to PPL standards
Develop scopes of work and requests for proposals to be used by survey vendors to perform and complete work for right of way projects
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Carlson required
Knowledge of practical surveying duties
Working knowledge and experience in the application of the procedures for checking abstracts of title and the writing of legal deed descriptions and necessary related drawings required with property and R/W work
Background in related mathematics, i.e.: algebra, trigonometry, etc., and its application to survey problems
Knowledge of the operation of available desktop computer and calculator and ability to perform required calculations described as duties in this position
Ability to work alone and without supervision
Ability to use sound judgment in decision making and ability to avoid any disclosure of company confidential materials
Proficient in AutoCAD and Carlson
Knowledgeable in GIS data applications, use of LiDAR data and PASDA information
Position will need to be onsite in Allentown for a minimum of 1 day a week
Company
SOFT Inc.
SOFT is a consulting and staffing firm, supporting major clients since 1981.
Founded in 1981
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase