DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor for our Pittsburgh office located in Moon Township, PA. The Survey department resides within the Land Development & Infrastructure Practice and represents a dedicated business line that is focused on land development, general civil works, oil & gas and environmental engineering. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated Surveyor able to perform work on a variety of field surveying assignments to facilitate the completion of projects including roads, building sites, recreational areas, and bridges. Types of field surveys include Boundary Surveys, Topographic Survey, ALTA/ASCM Land Title Surveys, Project Control Surveys, Hydrographic Surveys and Construction Layout and As-built Surveys.
Our projects involve supporting multiple practice groups within Michael Baker as well as external clients. A willingness and ability to travel within western Pennsylvania and the Great Lakes region regularly is required with some travel with the continental US as well as international possible.
Additional responsibilities include:
Our projects involve supporting multiple practice groups within Michael Baker as well as external clients. A willingness and ability to travel within western Pennsylvania and the Great Lakes region regularly is required with some travel with the continental US as well as international possible.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Prepare survey sites and remove necessary obstacles, including debris, brush, tree limbs, etc. to perform the survey
- Adjust and operate survey instruments such as robotic total stations, data collectors, laser scanners, GPS, and other standard survey equipment to collect field data
- Create legible and accurate field notes
- Conduct field surveys for boundaries, topography, etc.
- Provide construction staking for site layout, structures, grading, etc.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Two-year degree
- 5-10 years of related experience
- Survey license
- Knowledgeable in the effective practices, methods, and techniques of land surveying
- Strong math skills
- Knowledge of surveying instruments and equipment, their use and care
- Experience with Civil 3D a plus
- Candidates with S.I.T. a plus
- Candidates with a College Degree in Surveying a plus
- Effective communication, written and verbal skills
- Valid Driver’s License
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The surveying work is performed on construction sites, in heavy traffic areas, and on rough terrain. Candidate must:
- Be able to climb up and down steep hills generally through heavily wooded areas, and in all types of weather conditions
- Be able to carry the survey specific equipment necessary (depending on the assignment, the equipment can weigh in excess of 50 pounds)
- Be able to walk on uneven ground; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Be able to work outdoors for long periods of time
- Drive and navigate vehicles or equipment
- Inspect equipment, structures, or materials for errors or defects
- Service, repair, calibrate, regulate, fine-tune, or test machines, devices, and equipment
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $56,886 - $118,527. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
