Project Surveyor- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction

Thalle Construction Company Co., Inc. (Thalle) is excited to announce an open opportunity to expand our family of professional teammates! 

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, NC and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas.  Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continuing to expand our geographical footprint.  Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on demand emergency services, etc.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully) who was established in 1921 and developed into one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned construction firms.  Tully’s corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey.  Visit www.tullygroup.us for more information.

Safety is our TOP priority!  Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, and 401K with a company match, and more!  Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Location: Sanford, NC

Job Title: Project Surveyor

Salary: Competitive compensation package based on experience.

Job Summary:
The Construction Project Surveyor is responsible for conducting precise land and site surveys to support the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities. This role ensures accurate measurements, boundary definitions, and data collection to guide construction activities and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Surveying & Data Collection

• Conduct detailed topographic and boundary surveys of project sites.
• Use GPS, total stations, and other advanced equipment to collect field data.
• Perform construction staking and layout for excavation, piping, and structural components.

Mapping & Documentation

• Prepare and maintain accurate maps, plats, and legal descriptions.
• Draft survey reports and cut sheets for field crews.
• Reduce field data to coordinate geometry and interpret design plans for staking.

Analysis & Coordination

• Analyze title reports, deeds, and legal descriptions.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and design teams to ensure survey accuracy.
• Assist in boundary analysis and easement identification.

Compliance & Quality Control

• Ensure all survey work complies with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain survey standards, consistent file naming, and drawing formats.
• Review all deliverables for completeness and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• 3–7 years of experience in construction surveying, preferably in water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, and other survey software.
• Strong understanding of construction staking, tolerances, and field-to-office data workflows.
• Excellent mathematical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various conditions and travel to project sites.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ALTA surveys, record boundary maps, and legal plat preparation.
• Familiarity with water and wastewater treatment plant layouts and utility coordination.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards for public infrastructure projects

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to move freely about a construction site with uneven terrain, including climbing ladders and stair towers, working on wet surfaces, and navigating slopes.
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.