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Are you a skilled surveyor with a passion for precision and a knack for problem-solving? Fisher Associates is seeking a dynamic Project Surveyor to join our team! In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our projects, ensuring that our land surveying services are not only accurate but also aligned with our high standards. You’ll play a vital role in bridging the gap between different disciplines within our project teams, ensuring that every project runs smoothly from start to finish. If you’re ready to make a big impact on exciting and diverse projects, we want to hear from you!

Who We Are:

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is a consulting engineering and professional services firm serving the Transportation, Land Development and Energy market sectors. Our comprehensive services include landscape architecture, planning, engineering, environmental, survey, GIS and construction representation. We are headquartered in Rochester NY, with eight offices throughout NY, PA and TX.

Why a Career with Fisher Associates?

• Be Heard, Be Valued: Our leadership team is accessible and welcomes your feedback and ideas.
• There is No “I” in Team: Every team member matters and contributes to our success by owning their role on the team. Contribute your creative ideas and expertise to our exceptional groups.
• Transparency Matters: We keep you informed with frequent communications and quarterly financial reviews.
• Long-Term Client Relationships: Our goal is to build long-lasting client relationships while delivering high-quality solutions.
• Community Service: We are passionate about giving back and creating a legacy of service that improves equity, access, dignity and joy for members of our diverse communities.
• Work on Local Projects: Experience the positive change you create in our own community.
• Diverse Project Opportunities: The diverse comprehensive services we offer translate into challenging and engaging learning & growth opportunities.
• Growth is Your Journey: Advance your career with clearly defined career paths, tuition assistance and ongoing training to support your professional goals.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Fisher offers a competitive benefit package, immediate enrollment in our 401k plan with an annual company contribution, company-paid life insurance & long-term disability insurance, generous PTO, and a flexible hybrid work schedule.

Salary Range: $83,200 - $91,520 annually

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

The primary function of this role is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Supervises survey technicians, field crews, and CADD technicians on the project team.
• Performs routine and complex survey calculations and control adjustments.
• Performs, assigns, or assists with records research.
• Performs, assigns, or assists with CADD drafting assignments.
• Analyzes boundary evidence and parcel/ROW records to determine property boundaries and Rights of Way.
• Determines and documents property boundaries, easements, and land ownership details to ensure compliance with legal regulations.
• Creates detailed topographic maps and surveys to provide essential data for project planning and design.
• Maintains positive client relationships, understanding project requirements, and facilitating all deliverables to ensure an outstanding customer experience using Clientship Philosophy.
• Provides QA/QC on survey work completed for all sectors.
• Act as a mentor to those less experienced members of the project team.

Education & Experience

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in surveying software and equipment, including AutoCAD, GPS, total stations, and data collectors.
• Previous experience in land surveying
• Professional NYS Survey License required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be knowledgeable in all aspects of Land Surveying, including boundary determinations, control adjustments, topographic surveying/mapping, NYSDOT Standards and Procedures, and ALTA requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation preferred.
• Exhibit behaviors that align with the Fisher Values: Aspire to Excellence, Teamwork and Respect, Owning our Results and Empowered Employees.
• Aspire to excellence, consistently seek to improve, and demonstrate high-quality work at all levels.
• Team player: collaborate effectively at all levels; treat coworkers, clients, and vendors with respect in all interactions; seek to listen effectively, understand others, and build trust.
• Own and accept responsibility for results.
• Honest, transparent, and trustworthy. Ability to identify and handle priority and/or sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentiality.
• Proactive, results-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound judgement.
• Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exhibit flexibility with assignments, workflow, or project changes.
• Listen and respond to feedback in a positive manner.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time and distance.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Traveling on an occasional basis to project sites located throughout New York
• Must be able to access and navigate construction sites and job areas
• Ability to transverse uneven grounds
• Environmental Conditions: Office environment, field environment, construction site environment; exposure to dust, noise, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions when working in the field.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Fisher Associates does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin (including ancestry), religion, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), disability, reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, genetic information (including genetic characteristics), citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.