What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Surveyor position at Actalent?
A firm that provides site development, architecture and engineering, program management, and construction services across multiple states is looking for several Architectural Surveyors to assist them through early next year.
Job Description:
The Survey Technician will conduct national on-site building surveys, operate LiDAR scanners, and register point clouds to develop accurate 2D drawings and 3D models. This role also involves documenting key building systems—including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC—while ensuring all data is captured safely and efficiently. Back in the “office”, you will translate point cloud data into detailed AutoCAD deliverables, perform quality checks, and support continuous improvement in capture methodologies and project workflows.
- Operating LIDAR scanning technology and reality capture survey tools (Leica scanner, etc.) to gather precise visual and dimensional data of as-built buildings
- Registering laser scan point clouds and creating accurate existing condition drawings
- Documenting key building systems, from electrical and mechanical to HVAC and plumbing
- Preparing clear reports, photo documentation, and quality-checking drawings
- Supporting field and office teams, helping identify the best methods to capture site data
- Ensuring safety protocols are followed to protect yourself, the team, and client properties
- This role requires 60-80% national travel, the ability to lift extension ladders, and completing administrative tasks like timesheets and expense reports
Qualifications:
- 2 years of building survey experience
- Ability to travel nationally (60-80% of the week)
- Experience operating LiDAR scanners, Leica technology, and registering point clouds
- AutoCAD (must have); Revit (is a plus)
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $24 - $34