Surveyor New Grad

Job Description

Surveyor New Grad | IMEG

The Tone:
This is an early career opportunity at IMEG, located in Manassas, VA, designed for Summer 2026 new graduates. Join IMEG to shape the foundations of communities and infrastructure by delivering precise data that guides development projects nationwide. As a 100% employee-owned firm, IMEG prioritizes career growth, work-life balance, and making a meaningful impact, fostering a supportive culture where every contribution matters.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Manassas, VA
• Pay: $71000–$76000 yearly
• Mission: Deliver precise data that shapes infrastructure and development projects across the nation.
• Tech Stack: 3D laser scanners, drones, GPS systems, AutoCAD C3D, survey software, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), total stations, levels

What You’ll Actually Do
• Field Surveying: Perform construction stakeout, boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys, utilizing equipment such as GPS, total stations, and levels.
• Data Research: Investigate historic maps, land records, surveys, and title reports to gather comprehensive project information.
• CAD Support: Assist with boundary and topographic data reductions in CAD/survey software and support CAD Technicians in preparing detailed survey plans and plats.
• Data Management: Download, verify, and maintain project survey data, manage the survey database, and review field notes for quality control.
• Team Collaboration: Support survey computations, staking/control exhibits, and crew instructions, serving as a field technician for survey work as needed.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or an equivalent qualification, required for this early career position.
• Experience: No specific professional years of experience are required for this new graduate role.
• Skills: Proficiency with AutoCAD C3D, survey software, GPS, and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); effective oral and written communication skills; ability to operate a company vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license with insurability by IMEG’s carrier.
• Bonus: Prior internship experience within the building design consulting industry is preferred. Knowledge or a willingness to gain understanding of land surveying operations, computations, principles, and practices; ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents; familiarity with on-site office operations, workflow processes, and problem-solving techniques.