Land Surveyor

at HDR ENGINEERING INC. in Rosemont, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description
About Us
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Land Surveyor, we'll count on you to:
Perform boundary and topographic surveys for railroad related projects (track, bridge and/or intermodal).
Perform pre-construction staking, construction staking and as-builts for railroad related projects (track, bridge and/or intermodal).
Perform boundary and topographic surveys for roadway related projects (IDOT, Illinois Tollway, County, and/or City).
Perform pre-construction staking, construction staking and as-builts for roadway related projects (IDOT, Illinois Tollway, County, and/or City).
Perform county research and review documents in order to complete survey objectives.
Review client records in order to complete survey objectives.
Consult with clients, project managers, team members and site superintendents/construction crews on projects.
Provide technical expertise, as it relates to land surveying, to colleagues.
Perform other duties as needed.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in land surveying/related science or a minimum of 5 years of land surveying experience.
Experience with railroad related projects (track, bridge and/or intermodal).
Experience with roadway related projects (IDOT, Illinois Tollway, County, and/or City).
Experience with Trimble Equipment/Software.
Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (preferred).
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned company is a must
Preferred Qualifications
Illinois Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or Surveyor-in-Training (SIT).
Experience with boundary surveys in a rural setting.
Experience in project management.
Experience in staff management.
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
Primary Location:United States-Illinois-Rosemont
Other Locations:United States-Indiana-Indianapolis

Industry:Freight Rail
Schedule:Part-time
Employee Status:Temporary

BusinessClass:Railway Design
Job Posting:Dec 21, 2023

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.  

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. 

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

At HDR, health and safety matters.

For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. 

If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.