Job Description

At Westlake Consultants, land surveying is not just another service – it’s central to our identity. We’re currently looking for an individual as committed to surveying as we are to join us as a Project Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to contribute at a high level on a variety of interesting projects, within a culture that supports professional growth and work/life balance.

As a woman-founded firm, we believe that diverse teams produce successful project outcomes. We work to foster an atmosphere where every team member feels respected and appreciated, and has equal access to opportunity for professional growth. If you’re passionate about the survey profession and looking to grow professionally while making a positive difference in the community, we’d like to talk to you.

• Signing bonus & relocation assistance may be available.

The ideal candidate will offer:

• A minimum of 4 years surveying experience with topographic mapping, boundary resolution, subdivision platting, Records of Survey, heavy construction, transportation, site development (residential, retail, commercial, industrial);
• Skills including research for maps and deeds, ALTA/NSPS surveys, ROW surveys, design surveys, land development, topographic surveys, platting, and construction staking;
• Knowledge of principles of boundary control, map preparation, and land surveying techniques;
• Knowledge of Oregon laws and regulations related to land surveying;
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil, GPS (Trimble Business Center, Trimble Access field software, Trimble R8 GNSS equipment) and CORS network;
• Proficiently with cadastral section breakdown calculations;
• Strong organizational and writing skills, as well as project management skills;
• Ability to manage and coordinate survey technicians and field personnel work activities;
• Ability to take on responsibilities of CAD drafting, calculations, estimating, proposal preparation, and budgeting tasks;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills including willingness to network with clients and survey colleagues;
• Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team;
• A high level of production ability, along with a strong work ethic and sense of professional integrity;
• A 4-year or 2-year degree/certification in Geomatics/Land Surveying, Geography, or related/relevant field;
• A current Professional Land Surveying License is required (Oregon preferred/ability to obtain Oregon license).

Typical Responsibilities include:

• Using AutoCAD Civil 3D, prepares a variety of survey documents including boundary surveys, Records of Survey, exhibits, subdivision plats, and topographic maps (including ground models/property features);
• Reduces field data using Trimble Business Center and imports data/exports data for field work through AutoCAD Civil 3D;
• Performs office calculations;
• Prepares legal descriptions of real property;
• Directs survey field crew work and performs field work (as needed);
• Supports field crew as needed for monumentation and/or construction staking.

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