I have over 20 years experience managing the operations of Survey and GIS mapping company. Managing the operations of a Survey and mapping company requires many skill sets . I will list some of my abilities
Many years of experience running GPS, INS and Total Station survey equipment.
The ability to multitask , manage my time and prioritize tasks for myself and employees I am responsible for.
Estimate the time and cost of a given a project . Submit job bid documents to clients.
Creating and managing large complex Survey and GIS databases. Gathering data from many different sources , transforming data into the correct coordinate system and a usable formats, then displaying the data in one well organized ARC map or Auto cad project.
Drafting and creating GIS and Survey layout files to client specifications, uploading these files onto Survey / GIS field devices to be used on the ground.
Survey Control Points and confirm the survey data being collected is in the correct coordinate system and plots correctly on the map
Download, process and QC Survey and GIS data . Using digital Terrain models to confirm elevation data.
Digitization of GIS data using as built data and high quality Air photos
Coordinating the collection and QC of large amount of survey and GIS data on multiple projects at the same time
Create daily reports for clients. These reports included project progress numbers, project overview maps, HSE statistics and anything else that was required to be reported.
Scout a project then prepare a Job Safety Analysis for each project before employees begin work on each project. Ensure employees are following company HSE rules . I also reviewed and followed up any reported workplace hazards. Reported workplace Hazards would be documented and talked about in the Safety meeting the following day.
Coordinate the maintenance of a fleet of trucks , trailers and UTVs.
Conducting myself in a professional manner, leading by example and making myself available available to help the operations 24-7. I need to find a new application for my Survey , GIS , Drafting and Management skills. I am smart, reliable and hard working. I look forward to learning new things. I enjoy working in the field physically and pride myself on being diligent and efficient at anything I do.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surveyor
Group Steel Erectors
03.2024 - 11.2024
During my time working for Group Steel Erectors I ran a Trimble SPS930 and T10 Data Collector with Trimble Siteworks software and a Site Level to perform many survey tasks
Surveying Grid lines for Anchor Bolt Layout of large Steel Buildings
Checking plumbness of steel columns and directing the Ironworkers where to pull the column to achieve plumbness specifications
Set shims and levelling nuts to desired elevations
Check control networks given for accuracy and set new control as required to complete my survey tasks on each project
Read Building drawings and convert measurements to decimal feet to draft grid lines and Anchor Bolt locations using Autocad
Export Grid lines, Anchor bolt locations and Survey Control from Autocad to Trimble Siteworks
Record As-Built data as required for final structure approvals
Reference Jonathon Lashley 863-397-9646
Operations Manager, Survey Crew Manager, Lead Cartographer
Pathfinder Navigation
06.2002 - 08.2020
I was in charge of almost everything except finances at Pathfinder Navigation for 15 years
I bid projects (job costing) using files given from clients and google earth imagery to calculate what it will cost my employer to complete the work on any given project
If a job was rewarded I built the map and layout files to execute the project
I also staffed the projects and executed project startup
Coordinate the collection and quality control of Survey and GIS data
I was regularly in charge several complex projects at the same time
Submit and track one calls for dig locations on all projects as required
While managing smaller projects I went to the job site and collected Survey and Mapping data myself
I enjoy getting out of the office and working physically
Ensuring the Health and Safety of my crews
I reviewed safety reports, filed them and created safety topics for the next day everyday
The company owner thought enough of me to move me to Texas and make me a partner in his business
Reference - Murray Clift - CEO - 281-627-5015
Surveyor / Staking Tech
Lamar Technical Services, Inc
03.2021 - 03.2024
Read information off property deeds to locate property corners and other benchmarks
Stake ROW and Utility easements using a survey instrument
Survey vertical profiles to assist with permit applications where utility companies intend to cross DOT roads
Read subdivision blueprints and stake / survey where overhead power poles and underground power will be trenched in new subdivisions
Draft property boundary information in Autocad
Draft control on property map to ensure everything in lining up correctly
Create shots for surveyor to survey RW in the field
I spent the last year of my employment at LTSI sub-contracted to Sam Houston Electrical Co-op as a electrical inspector / designer
In this position I meet with customers requesting new electrical service to decide what the most practical, cost efficient way to get the new electrical service to the new service location
I also inspect customers new meter loops to ensure it meets Sam Houston Electric co-op's safety specifications
After the meter loop passed Sam Houston Electric's specifications I stake new pole/ xfmr / trench line locations and enter this information into the company GIS data and generate a list of parts the linemen needed to build the project
Reference LTSI Larry Krenek 512-663-2243
Reference SHECO Chad Farrar 936-252-1500
GIS Mapping Tech
100ft Surveyor
11.2020 - Current
Using a mobile App to map the layout of apartment buildings and apartment complexes in the Houston area to assist Police, Fire and Ambulances respond quicker to situations
Surveyor
Seisland Surveys
09.1999 - 06.2002
Survey of points using Leica RTK and Total Station survey equipment to client specifications
Download, process and report my data to the Survey Crew manager
Maintain my crew truck to ensure it safe and reliable
Keep my survey equipment charged and in good condition
Surveyor Helper / Framer
SKYLINE CONSTRUCTION
04.1998 - 09.1999
Measured distances off benchmarks and snapped lines for the framers to follow
Use a laser level, to help measure off vertical benchmarks to snap lines on the walls also
Frame and board walls using steel stud and drywall
Surveyor Helper / Heavy Equipment Operator
Morsky Construction
06.1993 - 06.1994
Marking areas for the Grader Operator to cut or fill before the paving crew started
Operation of heavy equipment on a road building crew
Education
Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
University Of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
05.1995
Skills
AutoCAD
Construction
Microsoft Office
Arc Map
Trimble GPS and GIS
Supervising Experience
Survey Experience
Heavy Equipment Operation
HSE experience
Trimble Siteworks
Human Resources Management
Operations Management
ArcGIS
Project Planning
SQL
Quality Assurance
Databases
Project Management
Troubleshooting
Arc Catalog
Microsoft Excel
GIS
Data collection
Microsoft Word
Schematics
Drafting
Time management
Automotive diagnostics
Microsoft Access
Quality control
Digitization
Trimble Siteworks
Certification
OSHA 10
MSHA Certification
CPR Certification
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Surveyor
Group Steel Erectors
03.2024 - 11.2024
Surveyor / Staking Tech
Lamar Technical Services, Inc
03.2021 - 03.2024
GIS Mapping Tech
100ft Surveyor
11.2020 - Current
Operations Manager, Survey Crew Manager, Lead Cartographer