Surveyor III

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 III (Survey Crew Lead) is responsible for leading a field survey crew in the collection of data for construction, engineering design, and infrastructure projects. This role ensures that all fieldwork is performed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Plan, organize, and direct work of survey crew for survey projects
• Locate, review, and research job locations for identifying landmarks, physical objects and significant land changes that would affect the survey
• Ability to review, understand, and implement survey execution packets
• Supervise and assist with the work of the survey crew, evaluate priorities, and coordinate and organize the work efforts
• Supervise and assist with the standard of work being performed and derive the necessary field calculations from work completed
• Supervise and assist with the maintenance of instruments and equipment
• Ensure that angles, distances, and other collected information are accurate and conform to regulations and standards
• Consult with survey supervisor / data technician and assist with the final production of work performed
• Review supplied survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys
• Follow methods and procedures for establishing or re-establishing survey control
• Keep accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe work performed and submit daily
• Complete daily logs and collect and review survey crews' weekly timesheets and expense reports
• Adhere to safety requirements (PPE, incident reporting, safe work practice)

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of pipeline 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
• Proficiency in the operation of survey equipment such as the Total Station Data Collector, level, and various Global Positioning System (GPS) methods
• Familiarity with the latest survey and data collector software
• Ability to download survey data from the data collector and transfer in digital format
• Knowledge in the various methods of surveying long routes in general, and pipelines specifically
• Strong leadership skills, work ethic, and team-player attitude
• Strong technical, documentation, and organizational skills
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Use of company issued computer and email services
• Maintain compliance with Mott MacDonald required training
• Must pass pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen
• 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
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Protective eyewear, gloves, mask) and other safety equipment required by the company guidelines and procedures
• Must be willing and able to acquire CPR / First Aid certification
• Valid driver's license
• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time

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.