Senior Survey Technician

Fisher Associates•Roessleville, NY

6d•$33 - $37•Hybrid

About The Position

Bring your surveying expertise to projects that matter. As a Senior Survey Technician, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, high-quality survey work by supporting field crews, and project surveyors, ensuring every deliverable meets technical standards and project requirements. You’ll be trusted to review and refine survey data, solve complex technical challenges, and collaborate across disciplines to keep projects moving smoothly. This role blends hands-on surveying with leadership, giving you the opportunity to influence quality, mentor others, and help shape consistent survey practices across projects. If you’re ready to step into a senior role where your knowledge is valued, your voice is heard, and your work directly impacts successful project outcomes, apply today and take the next step in your surveying career! About Fisher Associates At Fisher Associates, our people are the heart of everything we do. As a multidisciplinary design services firm with eight locations nationwide, we empower our team members to drive meaningful change through their work. Our services span civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental services, surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast, and construction engineering, each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives. When you join Fisher, you’re not just building a career, you’re helping build a better world. What You’ll Do as a Senior Survey Technician Plan, coordinate, and execute all phases of complex survey projects, including multi-discipline infrastructure, large boundary retracements, and LiDAR data integration. Lead QA/QC reviews and approve the technical quality of survey base maps and deliverables prepared by Survey Technicians, serving as a trusted technical resource to ensure accuracy and consistency. Monitor and inform the Project Surveyor of the project’s compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate regulations/requirements. Apply advanced surveying expertise to develop innovative, practical solutions for internal teams and external clients. Develop high-quality survey base mapping and digital terrain models (DTMs) from field-collected survey data. Produce survey deliverables using 3D data from terrestrial laser scanning and drone-mounted LiDAR sensors. Prepare Right-of-Way plans and easement or acquisition mapping in accordance with municipal and agency standards. Advance and support firmwide capabilities in MicroStation and OpenRoads, including training and technical support for staff using survey software and field equipment. Mentor and coach survey technicians and support staff, sharing technical knowledge and best practices to elevate team performance. Support onboarding, ongoing coaching, and performance feedback for survey support staff. Ensure project deliverables meet company QA standards and are delivered on schedule.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in surveying (or related field)
5-10 years of surveying experience preferred.
Knowledge of land surveying mathematical principles, terminology, and field survey methods required.
Extensive experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation/Open Roads required.
Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment.
Driven to take ownership of projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines.
Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity, respect, and active listening.
Have a sense of curiosity and champion continuous improvement.
Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute all phases of complex survey projects, including multi-discipline infrastructure, large boundary retracements, and LiDAR data integration.
Lead QA/QC reviews and approve the technical quality of survey base maps and deliverables prepared by Survey Technicians, serving as a trusted technical resource to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Monitor and inform the Project Surveyor of the project’s compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate regulations/requirements.
Apply advanced surveying expertise to develop innovative, practical solutions for internal teams and external clients.
Develop high-quality survey base mapping and digital terrain models (DTMs) from field-collected survey data.
Produce survey deliverables using 3D data from terrestrial laser scanning and drone-mounted LiDAR sensors.
Prepare Right-of-Way plans and easement or acquisition mapping in accordance with municipal and agency standards.
Advance and support firmwide capabilities in MicroStation and OpenRoads, including training and technical support for staff using survey software and field equipment.
Mentor and coach survey technicians and support staff, sharing technical knowledge and best practices to elevate team performance.
Support onboarding, ongoing coaching, and performance feedback for survey support staff.
Ensure project deliverables meet company QA standards and are delivered on schedule.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
Company-paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
Hybrid Work Schedule
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Strong Work-life Balance
Shareholders Program
Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security.
Engage with dynamic groups such as the Community Impact and Fun Committees, Fisher Minds (ERG), and the Employee Advisory Group.