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Project Surveyor
Interested in this role? Apply directly today to Chaney Cornell at chcornell@actalentservices. com for immediate consideration
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Project Surveyor to join our team in Vincennes, Indiana. In this role, you will work under a Licensed Surveyor to plan, coordinate, and execute survey work for both internal and external clients. You will be responsible for producing high-quality survey deliverables, from data collection to analysis and drafting of plats and exhibits. While primarily office-based, this position also involves coordinating field crews and occasional project site visits.
Responsibilities
- Draft a variety of plats and survey documents using Civil 3D, including Land Development Plats, Utility Easement Plats, ALTA/NSPS Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, and various exhibits.
- Collaborate with project managers and team leaders to evaluate project scope, schedule, budget, and instructions.
- Coordinate daily activities for at least one field crew and/or survey technician.
- Process and verify survey data using Excel, Trimble Business Center, and other survey programs.
- Conduct research on deeds, maps, and prior surveys; perform boundary analysis and determinations.
- Maintain exceptional relationships with internal teams and external clients.
- Organize and maintain project drawings, plot files, and related documentation.
- Prepare Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) for projects prior to initiation.
- Apply boundary law principles and regulatory standards to ensure survey accuracy.
Essential Skills
- Strong user and experience in Civil 3D.
- 3 years of experience in land surveying, drafting, and compiling surveys.
- Experience with ALTA/NSPS Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Land Development Plats, Utility Easement Plats, and various survey exhibits.
- Experience processing surveys using Trimble Business Center.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Survey Degree and on the path to licensure.
- Field Surveying experience is a plus but not required.
Work Environment
The Vincennes office comprises 10 people and focuses primarily on utility projects such as natural gas, pipeline, electrical transmission, and distribution. The team also engages in some land development, city/municipality, and industrial projects. This role offers growth opportunities, whether you aspire to become a professional land surveyor or develop into a Project Manager. Our company values stability, with a long-standing reputation for serving a diverse mix of public and private clients.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vincennes, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 onsite position in Vincennes,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 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 : $30 - $35