Overview and Focus
Survey Operators are responsible for assisting the Survey Crew Chief with the collection, layout, and completion of survey field work. The primary role of a Survey Operator is support and assist the Survey Crew Chief with various surveying related tasks to maximize the efficiency of field operations.
Responsibilities
- Setup and operate all survey equipment including robotic total stations, GPS equipment, 3D laser scanners, data collectors, rods, and levels.
- Keep survey vehicles, storage areas, and supplies clean, organized, and well stocked.
- Prepare equipment and load/stock survey vehicle for the day.
- Follow all required safety standards and guidelines.
- Drive/operate survey vehicle as needed.
- Participate in project planning and project debriefs.
- Locate and collect survey field data including property monuments, structures, topographical information, utilities, and other existing improvements.
- Provide construction layout of various site improvements.
- Assist Survey Crew Chief with sketches and site photos.
Goals and Growth Areas
- Increase speed and efficiency at completing survey field work without sacrificing quality.
- Learn and consistently implement BURKHARDT’s standards and processes.
- Develop your client service, time management, and communication skills.
- Take initiative to learn from Survey Crew Chief and other team members, with the goal of being able to eventually work independently as a Survey Crew Chief.
Education / Skills / Experience
- Associates degree in Land Surveying / Civil Engineering Technology; or equivalent experience.
- Physically fit to traverse long distances in various terrain.
- Ability and desire to work outside daily, year-round.
Overview and Focus
Project Surveyors are responsible for assisting the Survey Manager with the planning, production and successful completion of survey projects. The primary role of a Project Surveyor is to assist the Survey Manager with the day-to- day operations of the survey department and to efficiently execute the production of survey drawings, data and documents for a wide variety of projects.
Responsibilities
- Produce survey drawings and documents under the direction of the Survey Manager.
- Review survey data collected by the survey crew for accuracy and completeness.
- Research project survey requirements including zoning and subdivision regulations.
- Create and prepare point files and drawings for construction staking. Review all construction drawings and CAD files for accuracy and completeness to ensure that field personnel have what they need to perform construction layout.
- Research and coordinate survey review and approval processes with City/County officials and staff; make submittals and appropriately address review comments.
- Ensure that BURKHARDT’s survey and drawing standards and processes are implemented and maintained.
- Assist with the coordination and preparation of proposals.
- Represent the client and company at project meetings.
- Assist with survey crew scheduling and coordination.
- Coordinate with external team members and direct sub-consultants.
- Train and mentor other team members.
- Assist with field operations when necessary.
Goals and Growth Areas
- Develop project management skills by taking initiative on projects and learning from other team members.
- Gain a solid understanding of the entire survey process, from initial intake through survey approval and recording.
- Assist with marketing and business development efforts.
- Learn from, and become involved in, the AEC community by reading, attending industry events, and engaging via social media and other outlets.
Education / Skills / Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying or equivalent
- Survey Intern (SI / LSIT) or Professional Surveyor (PS)
- AutoCAD experience required, Civil 3D preferred
- 3+ years of relevant post-graduation work experience
Overview and Focus
Team Leaders are responsible for directing and leading a team of engineers, designers, and other technical staff to successfully execute projects. Project success is measured by meeting client goals and objectives, producing accurate and detailed construction plans, maintaining project schedules, and hitting financial targets. The primary role of a Team Leader is to communicate with their clients, lead their team and execute projects such that clients are thrilled with the outcome and the level of service they received; resulting in repeat business, referrals, and the growth of the team.
Responsibilities
- Direct, review, and approve all project designs, plans, reports, specifications, and revisions.
- Plan, direct and coordinate all project processes and schedules to meet client objectives and deliverables while hitting financial targets.
- Lead, motivate, and communicate with the project team to ensure that all team members are staying on task and working toward the same objectives; focusing their efforts on what is most important at any given time in the project lifecycle.
- Perform QA/QC/VE reviews to ensure that all plans and reports meet project objectives and that all plans are clear, detailed, accurate, and efficiently designed.
- Critically assess jurisdictional review comments, requirements, and plan changes for items that could impact a project’s quality, budget, or schedule and respond in accordance with best practices and with the client’s best interest in mind.
- Maintain and adhere to BURKHARDT’s design and production standards and processes.
- Represent the client and company at project meetings, presentations/interviews, and public hearings.
- Select sub-consultants for projects as necessary.
- Train, mentor, and instruct team members to ensure their success and advancement.
- Prepare scope of work, budgets, and proposals for new projects.
- Prepare project invoices and assist with collections when necessary.
- Participate in marketing and business development efforts by assisting with strategy and content creation, seeking out new opportunities and actively marketing services to existing clients to ensure repeat business.
- Be involved in the AEC community and keep up with current trends by reading, attending industry events, and engaging via social media and other outlets.
- Track project scope, deliverables, and contractual obligations and account for any changes to prevent erosion of project budgets.
- Prepare and distribute weekly project update letters to clients.
- Become a trusted expert, resource, and ally to our clients by adding value to their projects, anticipating their needs, and maintaining the highest level of communication, service, and transparency.
Goals and Growth Areas
- Develop new business by attending industry events, getting involved in the community, and reaching out to prospective clients.
- Find ways to improve company operations, policies, and standards.
- Learn and grow in overall business acumen and construction, development, and design industry knowledge to better serve our clients and assist with the management and growth of the team.
Education / Skills / Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE)
- AutoCAD design experience required, Civil 3D preferred.
- 4+ years of relevant post-graduation work experience.
Overview and Focus
Graduate Engineers are responsible for assisting Team Leaders and Project Engineers with the research, design, production, and coordination of projects. The primary role of a Graduate Engineer is to support and assist the design and production team with various engineering related tasks to maximize team efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Perform site research and prepare due diligence reports for new projects.
- Prepare preliminary site plans to assess site feasibility.
- Assist with the design and production of civil construction plans and documents under the direction of Project Engineers and Team Leaders.
- Update and revise plans and documents to address review comments.
- Assist with the preparation of engineering reports and specifications.
- Prepare permit application packages and follow up with review agencies to check status.
- Conduct field visits and attend project meetings as necessary with Project Engineers and
- Project Team Leaders.
Goals and Growth Areas
- Develop solid design skills by taking on new design tasks and showing initiative to learn from other team members.
- Learn and consistently implement BURKHARDT’s design/drawing standards and processes.
- Increase speed and efficiency at completing design and construction drawings.
- Develop your client service, time management, and communication skills.
Education / Skills / Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineer Intern (EI / EIT) or scheduled to sit for the FE exam
- AutoCAD experience required, Civil 3D preferred.
Overview and Focus
Project Engineers are responsible for assisting Team Leaders with the planning, design, production and successful completion of projects. The primary role of a Project Engineer is to efficiently execute the design and production of engineering plans and reports for a wide variety of projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and produce civil construction plans under the direction of Team Leaders.
- Prepare engineering reports and specifications.
- Research, manage and execute project permitting requirements.
- Ensure that BURKHARDT’s design/drawing standards and processes are implemented and maintained.
- Represent the client and company at project meetings.
- Conduct field visits to gain a better understanding of existing site conditions.
- Coordinate with external project team and direct sub-consultants.
- Perform and administer construction phase services.
- Train and mentor other team members.
Goals and Growth Areas
- Develop project management skills by taking initiative on projects and learning from other team members.
- Gain a solid understanding of the entire design and development process, from preliminary planning to end-user occupancy, including the roles of external consultants, designers, and team members.
- Take initiative to assist with the preparation of proposals and other marketing and business development efforts.
- Learn from, and become involved in, the AEC community by reading, attending industry events, and engaging via social media and other outlets.
Education / Skills / Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineer Intern (EI / EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE)
- AutoCAD design experience required, Civil 3D preferred
- 2+ years of relevant post-graduation work experience
Overview and Focus
CAD Designers are responsible for assisting and supporting Team Leaders, Engineers, and Surveyors with the research, design, and production of various survey drawings and civil construction plans. The primary role of a CAD Designer is to increase the speed and efficiency of plan production while ensuring quality and consistency of plans.
Responsibilities
• Perform research and assist with the preparation of preliminary site plans.
• Utilize Civil 3D to produce civil construction plans and employ design automation tools, when available, to increase production speed and efficiency.
• Assist the project team with drawing updates and revisions.
• Produce various survey drawings and base maps from raw survey data and property research.
• Analyze sketches, architectural plans, notes and other forms of information and input data into CAD drawings.
• Consistently implement BURKHARDT’s design/drawing standards and processes including sheet setups, layers, linetypes, symbols, naming conventions, and file systems.
• Review plans and CAD files for quality and consistency.
• Utilize Civil 3D to perform cut/fill analysis and assist with mass grading optimization to reduce construction costs.
• Assist with the creation of points and preparation of construction staking files.
Goals and Growth Areas
• Develop design skills by taking on new design tasks and showing initiative to learn from other team members.
• Continue to learn and employ CAD design automation tools when possible.
• Keep up with new technologies and advancements in CAD by reading, researching, and attending industry events.
Education / Skills / Experience
• Associates degree or diploma in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design or equivalent work experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• 2+ years of experience using Civil 3D to produce surveys and civil engineering plans.
