Staff Surveyor

STV

Licensed Staff Surveyor supporting boundary, construction, utility, and transportation surveys for STV’s Texas infrastructure projects. Using modern survey equipment and CAD/geospatial software to deliver accurate project data.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $64,994 - $73,856 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in surveying principles, data collection methods, and the use of modern survey equipment. Proficient in utilizing software tools such as Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D to support transportation and infrastructure projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS)GPS/GNSS Data CollectionTrimble Business CenterCivil 3DSurveying Principles

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Hard Skills

Survey Data ProcessingRobotic Total StationsDigital LevelsData CollectorsSurvey CalculationsQuality Checks on Survey DataField ProceduresCoordinate SystemsEasement ExhibitsRight-of-Way Mapping

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborative CommunicationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Trimble Business CenterCivil 3DCarlson SurveyMicroStationMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) in Texas

Industry Keywords

Transportation ProjectsMunicipal ProjectsUtility ProjectsInfrastructure ProjectsLand Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, utility, construction, route, and as-built surveys for transportation, municipal, utility, and infrastructure projects
Collect, process, and verify survey data using GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, digital levels, data collectors, and other modern survey equipment
Prepare field notes, sketches, documentation, and project records
Import field data and assist with survey deliverables using Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, Carlson Survey, MicroStation, and related software
Help establish survey control, support construction layout, and verify existing site conditions
Assist with plats, legal descriptions, easement exhibits, right-of-way mapping, and survey calculations
Perform quality checks on survey data and deliverables
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, CAD technicians, field crews, and geospatial professionals
Promote safe work practices and follow company safety procedures in field and office environments
Continue building technical knowledge of surveying principles, industry standards, and emerging survey technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) licensed in Texas, or ability to obtain Texas licensure through reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered
2–5 years of experience as a licensed professional supporting transportation, municipal, utility, land development, or infrastructure projects preferred
Working knowledge of survey principles, coordinate systems, field procedures, and data collection methods
Experience with GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, digital levels, electronic data collectors, or similar survey equipment
Familiarity with Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, Carlson Survey, MicroStation, Microsoft Office, or similar surveying software
Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in field and office environments while adapting to changing project priorities
Collaborative communication style, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships