Professional Land Surveyor

TRC Companies, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
Nov 17, 2024
About Us Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer. TRC has consistently set the standard for clients needing more than just engineering services by blending scientific expertise with cutting-edge technology to create innovative, enduring solutions. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. Our team works with a diverse range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We are dedicated to delivering creative solutions that meet local needs, helping our clients thrive in a rapidly changing world. Together, we tackle challenges and strive to make the Earth a better place to live, community by community and project by project. Joining TRC means engaging in interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications. At TRC, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. We offer a range of People Programs designed to support our employees' growth and well-being. Explore our programs here: TRC People Programs At TRC, every voice is valued, every individual has the opportunity to make a difference, and together we shape a brighter, more sustainable future. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for working in accordance with TRC's Core Values -- Through Leadership, Excellence and Accountability: Safety -- Honesty - Integrity -- Our People -- Our Customers -- Superior Financial Performance -- Vision - Innovation -- Effective Communications Reviews project survey requirements and participates in the development of a written plan for the execution of the activities needed to meet those requirements. The -Execution Plan- should include a description of the scope of work to be performed, a time schedule reflecting the key tasks necessary for the completion of the activities, a budget reflecting the estimated costs of completion, an organization chart reflecting the number and management structure for personnel required to complete the necessary activities, a listing of office space and equipment necessary to carry out the survey activities, a listing of key objectives, permits or milestones and the outside inputs required to complete the necessary activities, copies of documents, records, and reports necessary to record the survey activities, and procedures for controlling changes in work scope, documentation, safety, emergency response, and quality Responsible for successfully carrying out project -Execution Plans- including managing the scope of work, maintaining and updating the project schedules, managing and updating project budgets and managing project personnel Requests assignment of personnel (by classification and number) and equipment needed to carry out the required survey activities Orients survey personnel, as they are assigned, on TRC Values, safety, survey policies and procedures, and project schedule. Assigns tasks to each survey personnel and explains the requirements for documentation of those tasks. Ensures survey personnel are capable of performing their assigned tasks. Monitors the survey personnel's performance of activities, completion of documentation, personal conduct, work ethics, and interface with others. Monitors the overall survey tasks for compliance to project requirements. Identifies changes in work scope, variance in scheduled completion or budgeted costs. Implements the necessary actions to incorporate work changes and if possible maintain progress schedules and budgeted costs Document any required changes in schedules and budgeted costs as a result of work scope changes. Reviews survey data for completeness and accuracy Monitors documentation control and filing systems to assure the ready storage and retrieval of project documents, records, and reports Maintains close communications with the Project Manager, Survey Director and Client Representative to report survey progress, problems with and possible resolution to pertinent issues hampering project survey completion Ensure the review of all survey personnel time and expense reports for completeness, accuracy, and approval At project completion, supervises the preparation and submission, to the Survey Director / Client Representative, of the complete documentation for all survey activities performed into a project completion package Supervisory Responsibilities: This position serves as manager and supervisor for survey personnel assigned to a project. On a larger project he\she will have responsible charge over the survey coordinators assigned to the job. Responsible for the overall project survey activities. Responsible for personnel performance review, evaluation, and project orientation to related survey activities. Identifies negative trends, problem issues, and implements resolution to reduce or eliminate adverse impacts on overall project survey performance. Qualifications Requirements: High School Diploma BS. Degree in Land Surveying or Cartography or other Land Information Sciences preferred Minimum experience required is ten years surveying experience with previous supervisory assignments Must be knowledgeable in the methods and techniques of cross country pipeline surveying Must have knowledge in Global Positioning Systems (GPS) survey methods, electronic data collection, the processes and computer programs necessary for survey data review and transfer to mapping Licensing: Licensed as a Registered Professional Land Surveyor in Texas required and Louisiana is a plus Physical Demands Must have the ability to walk several miles a day, sometimes in rough terrain, in order to supervise the activities in the field. Work Environment Outdoor environment. Must be able to perform job duties in a variety of terrain ranging from swamps to deserts to forests to mountains and extreme climates, including weather, ranging from -10 degrees and snowing to 110 degrees desert heat. Will likely be exposed to a variety of plants (poison ivy, oak, and sumac) and creatures such as bears, snakes, spiders, insects, and other wildlife. Benefits: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of: Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match. Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year). All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year. TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence. These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees. Compensation: Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors. Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee. Disclaimers TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accessibility/Reasonable Accommodations TRC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@trccompanies.com. To address your request, the following information is needed: Name The best method for contacting you The position title Requisition number Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request. The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site. TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.