Licensed Surveyor

Licensed Surveyor – Volkert, Inc.

Location:

Dayton, OH (Midwest Region). We are a top‑100, employee‑owned design firm founded in 1925, committed to sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Volkert is seeking an experienced Licensed Surveyor to support our Midwest Region. If you have a passion for surveying, project management, and sustainability, we invite you to apply.

• Surveying & Data Collection:
  • Conduct boundary, topographic, right‑of‑way, and construction layout surveys using GPS, total stations, and other instruments.
  • Collect, analyze, and certify survey data for public and private projects.
  • Prepare plats, legal descriptions, and technical reports.
• Project Management:
  • Plan and schedule survey projects, including budgeting and resource allocation.
  • Supervise and train survey crews; ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment.
  • Collaborate with engineers, architects, and construction teams to support project planning and execution.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate field notes, logs, and digital records.
  • Interpret and apply engineering plans and specifications.
• Technology & Software:
  • Use CAD software (AutoCAD Civil 3D), Trimble, Carlson, and GIS tools for mapping and modeling.
  • Utilize 3D scanning, GNSS, and aerial photogrammetry where applicable.

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Active Ohio Professional Surveyor (PS) license.
• Minimum 3 years of field surveying experience, preferably in civil or transportation projects.
• Strong knowledge of surveying principles, local laws, and safety practices.
• Proficiency with survey instruments and technical software.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening; compliance with federal guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report.
• Post‑offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation if applicable.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer‑Paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

Volkert is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

EOE‑Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services.

Location:

Ohio