Project Surveyor

Project Surveyor

Department: Survey

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Reno, NV

Compensation: $49.50 - $59.25 / hour

Are you passionate about leveraging cutting‑edge technologies to create precise and impactful geospatial solutions? Do you excel at problem‑solving, collaborating with teams, and approaching challenges with creativity and a good sense of humor? Are you a self‑sufficient and self‑managing individual? If so, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Wood Rodgers, a leading engineering consulting firm, is seeking a surveyor with an emphasis in remote sensing and aerial mapping to join our dynamic Survey and Mapping Department. We are looking for someone with expertise in remote sensing, photogrammetry, and aerial mapping, who enjoys working on a variety of projects for public and private clients.

This is a staffed, hourly, non‑exempt position.

• Manage remote sensing and aerial mapping projects, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely completion.
• Collaborate with drone pilots, survey crews, and office staff to collect and process aerial imagery, lidar, and other remote sensing data.
• Process and analyze remote sensing datasets using software such as Trimble Business Center, Pix4D, Global Mapper, or similar platforms.
• Generate detailed topographic maps, orthophotos, and 3D surface models from lidar and aerial imagery.
• Prepare and review mapping deliverables, including ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, digital terrain models (DTMs), and geospatial data products.
• Interpret data from various sensors and integrate them into GIS and CAD platforms, such as ESRI ArcGIS and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Marketing and business development with existing and prospective clients, including attending trade shows and industry events.
• Writing proposals and developing budgets with scopes of work.
• Conduct quality control and validation of geospatial data to ensure precision and compliance with project requirements.
• Research and stay updated on emerging technologies in remote sensing and geospatial mapping.

• Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Geography, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in remote sensing, photogrammetry, or aerial mapping projects.
• Experience with LiDAR data processing, orthophoto generation, and GIS integration.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, ESRI ArcGIS, and photogrammetric tools like Pix4D or Agisoft Metashape.
• Knowledge of survey and mapping principles, including boundary and legal concepts.
• Experience with UAV/drone operations and data collection is a must.
• Experience with crewed aircraft, large format sensor data collection is a plus.
• Strong project management skills, including preparing proposals, budgets, and scopes of work.
• Professional license/certifications, such as PLS, ASPRS or FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, are preferred.

A note on hourly pay ranges

The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors, including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers. If you feel you meet the requirements but may be outside of the pay range, please apply anyway and let’s talk through it.

Joining Wood Rodgers comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey.

• A Unique Culture:
  We cultivate a refreshingly different atmosphere for an engineering firm. As innovators who embrace the question, “why not?”, our leadership encourages employees to grow, challenge norms, and create imaginative solutions. We host grand parties, offer surprise days off, and prioritize reinvesting in our employees over focusing solely on corporate profits. While these perks contribute to our vibrant culture, it's the remarkable people at the heart of it all – individuals who are passionate about learning, teaching, helping, and collaborating.
• Teamwork:
  Discover what it means to be part of the Wood Rodgers family. Be inspired by your leaders, supported and encouraged by your teammates to live a full and exciting life, and receive holistic support in your work and personal endeavors.
• Learning + Development:
  Participate in leadership development programs and goal setting initiatives to unlock new opportunities for your career and personal growth. Advance within the company through mentorship and realize your potential as a leader from the day you join us.