Project Surveyor

Lumos & Associates is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Surveyor to support our growing business in Northern California. 

The Project Surveyor plays a key role in supporting field and office operations by coordinating, planning, and executing survey projects. This position collaborates closely with the Survey Project Manager and field technicians to deliver high-quality, accurate results.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills

• Strong technical background in land surveying and have a demonstrated ability to serve in responsible charge capacity for land surveying projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal communication with team members and colleagues.
• Possess a high level of creativity, organizational skills, and attention to detail, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage and oversee several projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain project budgets and develop new and repeat business with existing and new clients.
• Experience working in the field and in the office

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, oversee, and direct a survey team during the execution of projects in responsible charge.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to staff.  Conduct recurring staff meetings to review workload and scheduling.
• Provide technical review (QA/QC) of projects.  This includes overseeing survey projects such as land division mapping, ALTA surveys, and topographic design surveys to ensure they meet company and industry standards when stamping.
• Serve as the primary contact with clients.
• Assist in the development of new business and promoting repeat and referral business.
• Prepare and review project proposals, qualification statements, and promotional materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Land Surveying or Geomatics, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of related land survey experience.
• Land Surveyor-in-Training (L.S.I.T.) and progression toward Professional Land Surveyor certification, California P.L.S. license, preferred.
• Must be able to perform and manage survey projects from field to finish using Trimble GNSS and terrestrial equipment.
• Must be proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.
• A good understanding of remote sensing including photogrammetry, LiDAR, and bathymetric surveys is desired.
• FAA107 Remote Pilot Certification, preferred
• Experience working in and managing a team of technical staff in multiple disciplines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including public/client presentations.
• Valid driver's license and driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points.

California hourly pay range 45 - 60 USD