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DISHER

Professional Surveyor at DISHER (Kalamazoo, MI)

DISHER· Kalamazoo, MI·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Professional Surveyor – Kalamazoo, Michigan

DISHER is currently partnering with a Civil Engineering and Surveying firm that provides architects, owners, developers, and municipalities with a defined, responsive solution. Their goal is to leave a positive, permanent impact on their clients and the communities in which they work and live and create an environment where the team can build a rewarding career.

What it’s like to work here:

This company operates under core values of unwavering integrity, prioritizing people, deliberately detailed, complete ownership, simplicity, and continuous improvement. They strive to make the office a relaxed and welcoming environment where you can exceed professionally, give back to the community, and know your work is making a difference.

What you'll get to do:

  • Assist with management of the survey department including staff, equipment and workload, providing professional and technological direction.
  • Develop proposals and estimates for land survey, topographic survey and construction staking clients.
  • Oversee and manage land surveying projects ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory compliance.
  • Provide excellent communication between clients, staff, and government agencies.
  • Perform survey field work, including site topographic survey, boundary survey and construction staking.
  • Prepare and review boundary and topographical surveys, ALTA/ACSM surveys, subdivision plans, and easement exhibits.
  • Create legal descriptions and manage survey projects to ensure timely and accurate completion.
  • Maintain quality control measures to verify survey data accuracy and completeness.
  • Provide guidance on current and emerging surveying technologies and methods.

What will make you successful:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics or equivalent.
  • Registration as Professional Surveyor in the State of Michigan.
  • 6-8 years of experience is preferred.
  • The ideal candidate will be a “hands on” leader.
  • Strong Project management experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Possess a commitment to the success of your team and clients.

Why work at DISHER

  • Culture is Core: DISHER intentionally builds a collaborative, transparent, and supportive environment. Their 12 core characteristics guide how employees treat each other and customers.
  • Flexible & Remote-Friendly: They have no fixed daily start/end times and support working from the office in Zeeland, MI, from home, or at client locations, based on what is most productive.
  • Exceptional Benefits:
    • Employee Ownership (ESOP): Full-time employees are immediately enrolled in an ESOP, providing a unique retirement benefit in addition to a 401k.
    • Generous Time Off: Up to 4 weeks of vacation plus 11 paid holidays.
    • Parental Leave: 2 weeks off after the birth or adoption of a child.
    • Paid Impact Time: 80 hours per year for community service, professional development, and charitable work.
    • Insurance: Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health resources.
  • Team Bonding & Events: Weekly all-team Friday lunches, two companywide offsites per year, a Christmas party, a summer picnic, and group sports sponsorships.
  • Growth & Development: Formal programs like DISHER University, educational reimbursement, individual coaching, and subject matter communities.

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