Surveyor II

Locations

Birmingham, Alabama, United States / Duluth, Georgia, United States / Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States / Pensacola, Florida, United States

Country

United States

Contract type

Temporary

Work pattern

Variable Hours

Market

Energy

Discipline

Surveying inspection and field services

Job ref

15455

Recruiter contact

Jen Porquez

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At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants.

With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we'd still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let's explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

The Surveyor II position plays a key role in data acquisition. A Survey Instrument Operator assists a survey crew in conducting various types of land surveys including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, construction layout, and as-built surveys. The role involves operating and maintaining precision surveying instruments and ensuring accurate data collection in the field.

It is imperative that the instrument operator pays great attention to detail and is meticulous with how equipment is set up, operated, and cared for.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Operate and maintain all technical surveying instruments and measuring devices needed to complete different types of survey assignments for projects
• Place marks, stakes, pins, and monuments
• Drive stakes to fix survey points and determine location data to be placed on stakes
• Measure distances using survey tape and be able to accurately read
• Obtain data pertaining to angles, distances, elevations, and descriptions and attribute various surveying instruments
• Verify levels, alignment, and elevation of items to be constructed
• Perform routine analysis to check applicability, accuracy, and reasonableness of data
• Keep accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe work performed and submit daily
• Participate in basic layout and field engineering activities
• Perform maintenance of field equipment and maintain supplies for survey crew
• Work with the Party Chief to meet the goals of the project in a safe and efficient manner

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of surveying experience. Previous Mott MacDonald experience preferred
• Familiarity with commonly used surveying terms and with the use and care of survey tools and other survey field equipment used for measuring, sighting, and leveling
• Ability in the operation of survey equipment such as the Total Station, Data Collector, level, and various Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
• Ability to read and understand alignment sheets and construction plans
• Ability to walk and climb over rough terrain and withstand working outside for up to 8-12 hours a day and 6 to 7 days per week in varying temperatures
• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time
• Must possess manual dexterity with the physical ability to work in situations which require bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, and lifting/carrying items up to fifty (50) pounds
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Protective eyewear, gloves, mask) and other safety equipment required by the company guidelines and procedures
• The ideal candidate will possess the following:
• Previous pipeline surveying experience
• Strong work ethic and team-player attitude
• A valid driver license

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US, as Mott MacDonald is unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Skills

Construction, Construction Planning, Data Collection, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fast Food, GPS (Global Positioning System), Groundskeeping, Interpersonal Skills, Land Surveying, Manual Dexterity, On Site Support, Safety Equipment, Safety/Work Safety, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Survey Instruments, Surveying, Sustainability, Team Player, Topography, Willing to Travel

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