Patrick Bohen
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Methodical Field Surveyor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in topographic surveying, GPS navigation, and data analysis skills. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring projects meet quality standards and deadlines.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Field Surveyor
Nussbaumer & Clarke
Buffalo, NY
05.1998 - 12.2025
- Conducted field measurements to ensure accuracy in survey data collection.
- Operated advanced survey equipment for precise data acquisition.
- Collaborated with project teams to align survey objectives with client expectations.
- Identified discrepancies between actual conditions and proposed plans or designs.
- Analyzed survey objectives and specifications in order to plan work procedures.
- Ensured that safety protocols were adhered to during all fieldwork operations.
- Operated surveying instruments such as total stations, levels, transits, theodolites and GPS receivers.
- Reviewed documents such as deeds, plats or historical records for relevant information.
- Collaborated with project team members to ensure accurate completion of all tasks.
- Assisted in training junior staff members on proper use of surveying equipment.
- Recorded measurements of distances, angles and elevations at each surveyed location.
- Assisted in establishing horizontal and vertical control networks using differential leveling techniques.
- Set out reference points for construction projects using conventional engineering equipment.
- Calculated height, depth, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.
- Read and interpreted legal documents, construction drawings and maps to complete surveys.
- Reviewed field survey data using calculator, computer and GPS equipment.
- Assisted in the development of best practices for field surveying techniques.
- Managed project documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Evaluated survey methodologies to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
- Trained junior surveyors on equipment operation and data recording techniques.
- Participated in site assessments to identify potential surveying challenges.
- Provided technical advice regarding surveying issues when needed.
- Conducted research to determine the best methods for surveying a given area.
- Gathered information about existing structures such as roads, buildings and utilities for use in topographical surveys.
Education
Associate of Science - Surveying Engineering Technology
Alfred State
Alfred, NY 09.1996 - 05.1998
Skills
- Field measurement
- Survey equipment operation
- Data analysis
- Project documentation
- Equipment maintenance
- Training junior staff
- As-built surveys
- Utility mapping
- Elevation certificates
- Total station operation
- Construction staking
- Boundary determination
- Global positioning system
- Field data collection
Timeline
Field Surveyor
Nussbaumer & Clarke
05.1998 - 12.2025
Associate of Science - Surveying Engineering Technology
Alfred State
09.1996 - 05.1998