About the role Atwell is hiring a Project Surveyor to support oil & gas pipeline, drilling, facilities, and energy infrastructure projects. You'll lead office and select field tasks, ensure ...
About the role Atwell is hiring a Project Surveyor to support oil & gas pipeline, drilling, facilities, and energy infrastructure projects. You'll lead office and select field tasks, ensure ...
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About this Role NorthStar Energy Services is seeking a Surveyor to support construction activities across oil & gas, industrial, and infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for providing ...
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Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
Surveyor
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
... oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America ... Henkels & McCoy is seeking an Entry-Level Surveyor to support surveying projects across PA and NJ.
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Atwell rating
8.7
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Job description
About the role
Atwell is hiring a Project Surveyor to support oil & gas pipeline, drilling, facilities, and energy infrastructure projects. You'll lead office and select field tasks, ensure deliverable quality, and serve as a technical liaison between clients, field crews, and design teams. Ideally the candidate would be in Lubbock, Texas. Other areas to include Houston, Dallas, San Antonio.
Day to day
- Verify and process field survey data (measurements, calculations) and produce base surveys-surfaces/contours, utilities, site features, and boundaries.
- Prepare CAD deliverables (ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic, site, construction staking plans) in Civil 3D with limited oversight.
- Review field notes, perform QC on plats/drawings, and calculate stakeout (points, alignments, staking plots); prepare cut sheets.
- Research and draft easements from title reports; review public records for boundary/easement and right-of-way determinations.
- Coordinate with Project Managers and clients on scope, schedule, and priorities; support kickoff meetings and status updates.
- Apply Atwell SOPs, state/local surveying standards, and client requirements; maintain organized project job books and documentation.
- Mentor/guide project team members; assist with task assignment and review to meet budget, quality, and deadline targets.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's in Land Surveying/Geomatics (or equivalent experience).
- Active survey license (PS/PLS/RLS) or ability to obtain per state requirements.
- 5+ years' progressive surveying experience under a licensed surveyor (8+ preferred).
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and CAD drafting workflows for survey deliverables.
- Experience with Trimble data collectors, GPS, robotic total stations, and Trimble Business Center (data processing/QA).
- Strong working knowledge of construction layout, boundary retracement/legal principles, geodetic datums/coordinate systems/projections, and field-to-finish techniques.
- Solid software skills: Microsoft Excel/Word, Bluebeam Revu; ArcGIS and Google Earth a plus.
Oil & Gas/Energy experience we value
- Pipeline routing and right-of-way surveys (OH/UG), valve sites, meter stations, and facility layout.
- Construction staking and as-built surveys for pipelines, gathering systems, terminals, and compressor/pump stations.
- Drill pad/well pad stakeout, centerlines, and grading/as-built verification for drilling programs.
- Title/easement research for corridors; boundary control and monumentation across linear projects.
- QA/QC of EPC design survey inputs; coordination with inspection, environmental, and drilling/construction teams.
Nice to have
- Trimble Access, ArcGIS, and experience with data management (photo logs, checklists, structured field data).
- Familiarity with CO/RNG/hydrogen or electric T&D survey in addition to oil & gas corridors.
- Client-facing communication experience and change-management awareness (scope, schedule, budget).
Disclaimer
While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.
Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.
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About Atwell
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Industry
Civil engineering construction
Company size
501 - 1,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Southfield, MI, US
Year founded
1905