Field Surveyor

Field Survey Technician

About Project Resources Group (PRG)

As a leading provider of construction management, outside plant damage assessment & recovery, business outsourcing and consulting services, PRG offers services within the cable, telephony, construction and utility industries, including:

Back Office Processing

Technical Support

Network Infrastructure

Engineering & Design

Project and Program Management

Outside Plant Damage Cost Recovery Services

With 20+ offices and 825+ employees nationwide, we deliver industry-leading solutions with speed, accuracy, and expertise.

In this field-based role, you will be responsible for conducting initial site walk-throughs, assessing existing building infrastructure, capturing precise route data, and producing complete survey packages for engineering and design teams. The ideal candidate brings field survey experience in telecom/OSP, strong technical reporting capabilities, and the ability to interact professionally with property owners and managers.

Responsibilities

• Field Surveys & Data Collection
• Perform comprehensive site walks of Multi-Dwelling Units (apartment complexes, strip malls, office parks, and multi-tenant commercial sites).
• Identify and document existing OSP/ISP infrastructure, riser paths, conduit routes, utility rooms, and drop pathways.
• Capture accurate photos, field measurements, and detailed notes using mobile field survey tools and GIS software.
• Design & Route Feasibility
• Evaluate structural feasibility for fiber cabling, microduct placement, wall penetrations, and equipment enclosure mounting.
• Note potential hazards, constructability obstacles, and special property management requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering and design teams to confirm tie-in points, hub locations, and path design accuracy.
• Property & Stakeholder Coordination
• Meet with property owners, building managers, and site maintenance staff to grant access and discuss proposed build routes.
• Represent PRG with professionalism and maintain positive relations with property decision-makers.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Produce standardized survey packages, redlines, and site sketches within 24–48 hours of field completion.
• Upload data integrity packages, high-resolution photo logs, and bill-of-materials (BOM) estimates into project management systems.
• Update milestone tracking daily to ensure on-time project progression.
• Logistics & Safety
• Adhere to all safety guidelines, PPE requirements, and local regulations during site visits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Technical degree or certifications in telecommunications preferred).
• 2+ years of field surveying, OSP/ISP design, or telecom construction experience with an emphasis on MDU/MXU environments.
• Proficiency with survey mapping software, mobile data collection apps (e.g., Sitetracker, ArcGIS, 3gis, or AutoCAD mobile), and office suites.
• Working knowledge of OSP/ISP fiber deployment, conduit placement, riser systems, and microduct architectures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for compiling technical reports and interacting with property owners.
• High attention to detail with a proven track record of producing accurate field documentation.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Commensurate with experience, $28–$34/hour, plus the opportunity to earn an annual bonus.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans are offered for you and your dependents, effective the first of the month following your start date.
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits after 1 year of service.
• 401(k) plan effective the first of the month following your start date, with a safe-harbor match after 1 year of service.
• Supplemental life insurance available for you and your dependents.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Monthly phone allowance.