Surveyor Project Manager

State of Indiana

Fort Wayne, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Civil Engineering, Computer Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Contact Management, Data Analysis, Database Administration, Design Evaluation, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, GPS (Global Positioning System), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Hydraulic Engineering, Hydrology, Land Surveying, Licensing, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Maintenance - Plumbing, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Office Management, Operational Audit, Physical Demands, Project/Program Management, Proofreading, Reporting Skills, Spatial Data, Survey Software, Surveying, Systems Analysis, Systems Maintenance, Technical Writing, Typing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Fort Wayne, IN
POSTED
Today

Department: Surveyor's Office FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Classification/Level: Professional, PG-06 Date: 04/2023

Under the direction of the Chief Hydrologist, the Project Manager is responsible for plan development and implementation of the construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of regulated drainage systems. This position is covered as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Maintains and creates geographic information systems (GIS) databases, layers, features, watershed maps, and related reports.
  • Evaluates and processes global positioning system (GPS) information associated with the GIS system.
  • Responsible for overseeing the condition of county regulated drains by preparing plans and estimating reconstruction and maintenance.
  • Performs analysis associated with review and evaluation of drainage design submittals and plats.
  • Presents and provides maps, reports, field data, and other information for public hearings.
  • Responsible for notifying public and private parcel owners regarding upcoming proposed drain maintenance, reconstruction, and construction hearings.
  • Works with field surveying equipment, performs field inspections, and collects, condenses, and utilizes field data for drain maintenance, reconstruction, and new construction purposes.
  • Provides drain, floodplain, and surveying related information to citizens, surveyors, engineers, architects, contractor's, developers, and other governmental agencies by various communication mediums.
  • Evaluates historical information, land survey records, deeds, maps, aerial photos, field survey data, and other relevant information in the process of re-establishing section corners and lines in the Public Land Survey System (PLSS).
  • Responsible for calculating position data related to PLSS utilizing various land surveying software.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
  • Three years of experience in surveying, civil engineering, field data acquisition, or related field preferred
  • Valid Driver's License to operate a county vehicle
  • Knowledge of field survey methods and operations to analyze data for accuracy, soundness of judgement, and attention to detail
  • Knowledge of hydraulics and hydrology to design and evaluate storm drains and storm water basins
  • Knowledge of drainage systems to investigate drainage problems and provide repair recommendations
  • Strong technical writing skills to prepare detailed reports, letters, and memorandums
  • Strong mathematical skills to design storm drains and analyze sectionalized land system boundaries
  • Strong computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office and other job related software


PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

The Project Manager performs work that is broad in scope and involves many variables and considerations when maintaining and creating GIS databases, layers, features, watershed maps, and related reports. Judgement is needed to select guidelines when evaluating and processing GPS information associated with the GIS system.

RESPONSIBILITY:

The Project Manager performs work that requires substantial contributions when overseeing the condition of county regulated drains. Purpose and desired results are indicated and problems and deviations are discussed. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgement and conformance with policy.

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

The Project Manager maintains frequent contact with other county employees and the public concerning the construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of regulated drainage systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The Project Manager works in a standard office environment with the ability to move about freely with very frequent mental/visual effort, typing, attention to detail, monitoring equipment, detailed inspection, and transcription/proofreading. Some standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to twenty pounds, bending, pushing/pulling loads, reaching over head, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, and mental/visual effort are to be expected.

SUPERVISION:

None

LICENSING:

Valid Driver's License to operate a county vehicle

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Hydrologist- Office Manager

HOURS:

40 hours/week; overtime as required

EEO CATEGORY:

0602

WORKERS'S COMP CODE:

8601

Please complete the application accurately and thoroughly. A resume is optional. Remember to save and submit your application. If applying for multiple positions, submit a separate application for each one. You'll receive an email confirmation once your application is received. Due to the high volume of applications, further communication will only occur if you're selected for an interview.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.

About the Company

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INDUSTRY
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