Project Surveyor/Manager

Job Description

Job Description

At Westlake Consultants, surveying is not just another service it’s central to our identity. We provide construction surveying for some of the most prominent, award-winning construction projects in the Portland metro area.

If you have Project Surveyor or Project Manager experience with heavy construction projects, we'd like to hear from you!

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to contribute at a high level on a variety of interesting projects, within a culture that supports professional growth and work / life balance.

As a woman-founded firm, we believe that diverse teams produce successful project outcomes. We work to foster an atmosphere where every team member feels respected and appreciated, and has equal access to opportunity for professional growth.

If you’re passionate about the survey profession and looking to grow professionally while making a positive difference in the community, we’d like to talk to you.

The ideal candidate will offer :

• 4-7 years' experience (minimum) in responsible charge for managing heaving construction projects (i.e. bridges, highways, high rise buildings, hospitals, shopping malls);
• Proficiency in performing calculations using construction plans and / or CAD design drawings;
• Proficiency in checking calculations and field data in CAD drawings;
• Experience preparing cost estimates, construction staking scopes, and proposals for bidding purposes;
• Proficiency with AutoCAD / Civil 3D;
• Ability to manage and coordinate survey technicians and field personnel work activities;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and writing skills;
• An LSIT is required; a current Oregon Professional Land Surveying License is preferred;
• A college degree is preferable.

Typical Responsibilities include :

• Estimating and budgeting work-hours for survey projects, review monthly job cost report for invoicing and project management;
• Researching and developing work plans for survey projects;
• Performing survey and utility research;
• Coordinating survey crews to accomplish project goals;
• Managing, supervising, and training field and office staff for efficient completion of projects;
• Maintaining relationships with contractors, project managers, and superintendents.

What you can expect at Westlake :

• A common drive : As an Innovative Small Business’ award-winner, we share a passion to be more than average.
• A tightly-knit team : Together, we embrace the hard work it takes to be an industry leader. Together, we celebrate our accomplishments with killer barbeques, holiday parties and community events.
• A horizontal organizational style : Contributions of all team members are valued and integral to our success .
• Investment in you and the technology you use : We’re committed to your training and professional development, and to making sure you have the state-of-the-art equipment you need to do your job.

We are parents, youth league coaches, volunteer board members, and dog lovers. We work together to achieve scheduling flexibility in order to meet personal and professional goals.

We maintain a commitment to your :

• Work / Life Balance
• Paid vacation, sick leave & paid holidays
• Company-sponsored events (free tickets to sporting events, community charity events)
• Volunteer opportunities (paid time to volunteer for Adopt-A-Road, Oregon Food Bank, etc.)
• Company BBQs, lunches, holiday parties & in-house games area
• Professional Development
• Education, licensure & professional organization membership allowances
• In-house continuing education & networking events
• Financial Well Being
• Profit share & 401(k)
• Company-paid life insurance, plus optional policies like pet health insurance
• Benefits
• 401(k)
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA, Dependent Care
• Life Insurance
• Long term disability
• AD&D
• Paid time off
• 7 paid holidays
• Other benefits :
• Company BBQ's
• Holiday parties
• Pet Insurance
• AFLAC
• LegalShield
30+ days ago