Job description
Join TerraNova Surveying & Geospatial as a Senior Field Surveyor in Denver, CO. You will lead precise land and topographic surveys, mentor junior crew, and collaborate with engineers and GIS specialists to deliver accurate, scalable survey data for infrastructure and development projects. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and a culture that values precision, safety, and career growth.
As a key contributor, you will oversee field operations, ensure data integrity, and support project teams from initiation through final deliverables. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership position and enjoys solving complex geospatial challenges.
Responsibility
- Lead field surveying activities using total stations, GNSS/GPS, levels, and reference marks to collect high-quality data.
- Perform boundary, topographic, construction staking, and ALTA/NSPS surveys with meticulous attention to legal descriptions and client requirements.
- Plan crews, schedule fieldwork, manage equipment calibration and maintenance, and enforce safety protocols.
- Verify and process field data; prepare accurate survey plats, exhibits, and figures for design and permitting.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and GIS specialists to integrate survey data into AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS workflows.
- Prepare field notes, time sheets, and as-built documentation; ensure timely project closeout and documentation control.
- Communicate project status with clients and internal teams; present findings clearly and professionally.
- Mentor junior staff and promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Professional Surveyor (PS) license in good standing preferred; if not licensed, ability to pursue licensure within 12–24 months.
- Minimum 4–6 years of surveying field experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- Proficiency with total stations, GNSS/GPS, digital levels, and field data collection hardware/software.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and GIS software (ArcGIS or QGIS).
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to read and interpret plans and legal descriptions.
- Excellent communication, client-facing skills, and a safety-first mindset; able to work outdoors in varying conditions.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record; ability to travel to project sites as needed.