Job description
Join TerraNova Geomatics, a premier geospatial solutions provider, as a Field Surveyor in Houston, TX. You’ll work on diverse projects across infrastructure, land development, and utilities, delivering precise field data that powers design, permitting, and construction.
We pair modern technology with a collaborative culture to help you grow your surveying career. This role emphasizes field data collection, QA/QC, and collaboration with geospatial teams to ensure data integrity from the ground up.
Responsibility
- Carry out field surveys using Total Station, GNSS/RTK and conventional techniques to capture accurate coordinates and elevations.
- Prepare stakeouts, control networks, as-built measurements, and topographic surveys for design teams.
- Operate survey equipment, verify calibration, and maintain field notes with meticulous detail.
- Process field data and perform QA/QC checks before transferring data to CAD/GIS platforms.
- Coordinate with project managers, civil engineers, and construction teams to ensure survey milestones are met on schedule.
- Interpret site plans, legal descriptions, and easement documents; resolve discrepancies in the field.
- Ensure safety protocols, equipment maintenance, and compliance with local surveying standards.
- Support mapping and GIS initiatives by exporting data and generating prepared survey deliverables.
Qualification
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field; relevant field experience acceptable.
- Hold or be pursuing a professional surveying license or intern registration (preferred).
- 2+ years of field surveying experience with GNSS/RTK, total stations, and data collection.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation; familiarity with GIS software is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of surveying principles, datum, leveling, and standard OSHA safety practices.
- Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills; able to work in varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record; ability to travel to multiple sites as needed.
- Willingness to learn; proactive, quality-focused, and collaborative team player.