Sr. Surveyor; Remote

As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists.

The Land Surveyor reviews the work performed by all Field Techs. Review and direct drafting on appropriate boundary solutions, review and certify that written descriptions of land and completed work meet legal requirements.

• Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of property and terrain.
• Conduct research in surveying and mapping methods, using knowledge of techniques of photogrammetric map compilation and electronic data processing.
• Write descriptions of property boundary surveys for use in deeds, leases, or other legal documents.
• Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys in order to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed.
• Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
• Knowledge of public land survey system, AutoCAD experience, good computer skills, ability to research survey issues, with good working knowledge of GPS, total stations and data collection.
• ~ Work is composed of section breakdowns, metes and bounds, ALTA Commercial Surveys, residential title surveys, lot surveys, topographic surveys, etc.
• ~ Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and teamwork skills
• ~ Experience managing projects with complex inter-dependencies, focusing on both long-range projects and immediate tasks
• ~ Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
• ~ Bachelor’s degree in surveying or survey related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• ~Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.