
Senior Project Surveyor
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Job overview
Colliers Engineering & Design seeks a skilled Senior Project Surveyor for its Survey/Geospatial team in Biddeford, Maine. The role demands technical expertise, precise attention to detail, and leadership to prepare surveys, compute layouts for roads, buildings, and infrastructure, coordinate field and office efforts, and support project managers with proposals, estimates, reports, and contract documents.
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Overview
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a skilled and motivated Sr. Project Surveyor to join our forward-thinking Survey/Geospatial team in Biddeford, Maine. In this key senior-level role, you will bring your technical expertise, sharp attention to detail, and passion for precision to projects that support infrastructure, development, and community growth across the region. You will help prepare various tyoes of surveys, perform accurate computations for layouts involving roads, buildings, subdivisions, and infrastructure, coordinate field and office efforts, and support project managers with proposals, estimates, reports, plans, and contract documents.
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned survey professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, guiding project teams, mentoring staff, and using advanced surveying technology to deliver dependable data and outstanding results for clients.
Bring Precision, Leadership, and Innovation to Maine’s Southern Coast!
Responsibilities
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Compile survey cost estimate and scope of services.
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Analyze and prepare complete boundary survey by compiling record data and providing sound analysis and reason for accurate property line location.
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Perform Quality Control review on reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and other contract documents prepared by others for accuracy and completeness.
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Provide accurate computation for the layout of subdivisions, roads and lots as well as buildings and utilities.
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Provide assistance to staff in the preparation of reports/findings, plans, and other contract documents.
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Organize and coordinate the work of field and office staff required to complete design, field and/or other tasks on more complex projects.
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Assist in the preparation of project/task work plans.
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Assist with the safety planning and preparation for projects.
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Provide direction to staff to complete project objectives.
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Monitor the work efforts of assigned staff including sub-consultants and/or contractors, overseeing budgets.
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Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
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Ensure that all scope revisions affecting the project schedule and/or budget are discussed with the client. Ensure that all out-of-scope work and associated fees are approved by the client prior to performing the services.
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May supervise assignments given to Survey Technician(s).
Qualifications
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High School Diploma/GED is required; Associate degree or equivalent technical experience is preferred.
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5+ years of related surveying experience required.
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SIT license preferred. CST preferred.
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Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D, TBC (Trimble Business Center).
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Proficient various data techniques and coding systems.
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Advanced knowledge of various surveying instruments, techniques, and computations.
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Advanced understanding of angular and linear measurement systems.
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Advanced knowledge of trigonometry and geometry.
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Valid drivers’ license required and ability to operate a motor vehicle. MVR will be checked and monitored.
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Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Compensation: $84,400 to $123,200 per year (depending on qualifications)
Requires a pre-employment drug screen.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!
Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We are committed to ensuring that Inclusion & Belonging continues to be a strategic area of focus, not only as the right thing to do, but as one of the ways we will continue to lead our industry into the future. As part of this responsibility, we are on a progressive journey to foster an environment in which everyone at Colliers Engineering & Design feels respected and comfortable doing their best work while being their authentic selves regardless of background or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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