The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

Senior Engineering Survey Supervisor

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey  •  Jersey City, NJ (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

About the Role

Reporting to the Supervising Engineer of the Construction Management Division’s (CMD) Central Survey Group, the Senior Engineering Survey Supervisor should be fully competent in managing a diverse workload of surveying tasks within scheduled milestones and be familiar with all conventional aspects of construction.

This position is located at CMD’s Main Office at the Port Authority Technical Center in Jersey City, New Jersey but can be relocated to any other PA Facility within the Port District depending on CMD workload demands. As a Senior Engineering Survey Supervisor Staff Services Engineer, you will be responsible for the following but not limited to:

Responsibilities

  • Prepare survey task scope of work and independent staff cost estimates for professional land surveying services. Review consultant proposal cost and ensure schedule/budget compliance.
  • Coordinate multiple assigned survey tasks with ongoing construction work, engineering design and other stakeholders, manage with minimum disruptions to facility operations, while keeping senior staff and client departments fully apprised of significant issues and impacts.
  • Coordinate work between office staff, field survey personnel and consultant staff to ensure accurate work and continuous communication with all project stakeholders.
  • Preparing and executing quality control reviews, safety and quality assurance procedures.
  • Review incoming CAD files for clarity, content, accuracy and coordinate with survey Consultants and outside agencies.
  • Analysis and review of boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic and control surveys, construction surveys, legal descriptions and other related documents.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in survey or utility surveying and management of same.
  • Experience in the use of Laser scanning equipment, total stations, digital levels and GPS survey equipment.
  • Experience in preparing survey reports.
  • Experience in the preparation and review of boundary and topographic surveys.
  • Experience with utility investigation and mapping.
  • Experience with digital scanning and modeling.
  • Experience with Civil3D, AutoCAD, Scanning surveying software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be able to be fingerprinted and pass a criminal background check at high level to obtain TWIC, SWAC or SIDA ID.

Desired Qualifications

  • Self-motivated and experienced in working in a team environment.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments with multiple disciplines.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency and ability to meet schedules and budgets for project deliverables.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills and demonstrated experience resolving contractor disputes.
  • Ability to become licensed land surveyor in the states of New York and/or New Jersey
  • Experience with accident investigation mapping

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:​

Minimum: $ 73,658 Midpoint: $ 95,742 Maximum: $ 117,832

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In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In-person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business, and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required based on business needs.

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

About The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

If you have ever flown out of JFK, biked across the George Washington Bridge, or captured that perfect picture of the World Trade Center, then you have witnessed just some of what the Port Authority of NY & NJ does.

For over 100 years, the Port Authority has been designing, engineering, and operating the transportation infrastructure that moves people and goods to, from, and throughout one of the most economically competitive and culturally vibrant regions in the world. Whether we’re fortifying the tunnels under the Hudson River to withstand future super storms, or raising a bridge so larger cargo vessels can reach the premier port on the East Coast, our nearly 7,000 employees are committed to the work they do – work that moves millions of people and supports billions of dollars in economic activity each year.

Our need for skilled, forward-thinking individuals, who are truly passionate about serving the public, continues to grow. And we’re not talking just about engineering, transportation, and urban planning professionals. We are always looking for professionals in Audit, Business Administration, Communications, Construction, Environmental Planning, Finance, IT, Media, Operations & Maintenance, Public Safety, and Security, to name just a few. We are also looking for those driven to diversify their skills. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to explore any number of career paths, so just because you start in one field doesn’t mean you have to stay in it.

If this is the experience you are looking for, “Follow” us here and visit our careers page at www.jointheportauthority.com to learn about current opportunities. You can also discover more about the Port Authority by visiting www.panynj.gov or www.youtube.com/user/portauthorityinfo.

We are confident that once you take a look, you will see how one organization can move a region, a nation, and the world.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Unknown
Year Founded
1921
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