Survey Technician

Job Title:

Survey Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Survey Technician to enhance our team's capabilities. The ideal candidate will have 3-6+ years of surveying experience in a civil firm and will play a crucial role in leading technological initiatives. This position primarily involves office work with occasional field duties, supporting the daily schedules of the field team. The Survey Technician will utilize field-collected data to create cutsheets and layout plans, enabling engineers to proceed with their designs.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare cutsheets, wallchecks, finals, asbuilts, boundaries, topos, and field stakeout for new construction projects on large parcels of land.

+ Assist the field coordinator in preparing work for field crews.

+ Schedule field crews as needed, and perform field survey duties in the absence of field personnel.

+ Participate in at least one continuing education class as per company guidelines.

Essential Skills

+ 1-4+ years of experience as a Survey Technician in a CAD-based office role.

+ Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D software; familiarity with Carlson software is a plus.

+ Experience in surveying (field) and engineering (design) is advantageous.

+ Knowledge of land surveying, data collection, maps, layouts, ALTA, and topographic surveys.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with cutsheets, topos, and field stakeouts.

+ Ability to read blueprints and contract documentation.

Work Environment

The work environment involves a focus on residential communities and commercial projects across various phases. The team comprises 36 members organized into four teams supporting diverse project types. The office environment is fast-paced, with flexible work schedules. Employees who are proactive, inquisitive, and focused tend to thrive here. After the first 90 days, there is an option to create a hybrid work schedule.

The Survey Technician will benefit from monthly skill enhancement training, 3 weeks of PTO, and 10 paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of WOODBRIDGE, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in WOODBRIDGE,VA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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