Company Description

J.E. Anderson & Associates (JEA) is an industry leading land development consulting firm that provides a full suite of legal surveying and civil engineering services. JEA has been serving Vancouver Island and the surrounding area since 1959, with offices in Victoria, Nanaimo, Parksville, and Campbell River. Our clients span a variety of sectors, and include individual property owners, developers and construction companies, businesses, and all levels of government. Our projects range from surveys of individual properties to some of the largest and most complex residential, industrial, and commercial development and land use projects on Vancouver Island.  

Our Parksville office is seeking an experienced BC Land Surveyor to lead our Parksville team (4-5 staff), manage projects, and oversee the day-to-day operations of our Parksville office. Candidates with experience managing land use and development projects in BC are preferred.

Key job activities:

• Managing survey projects from proposal to completion, including, but not limited to, subdivision and strata plans and topographic and construction surveys.
• Leading and overseeing the day-to-day operations of JEA's Parksville office, with support from JEA's management team and Partners in our Nanaimo and Victoria offices.
• Developing plans and reports.
• Drafting, plan review, and quality control.
• Preparation of proposals, costs estimates, and project schedules.
• Providing clients with advise and consultation regarding survey and land development projects.
• Coordination and direction of field crews and technical staff. 
• Working on multidisciplinary projects in coordination with JEA's Civil Engineering and Surveying departments in Nanaimo.
• Growing, developing, and maintaining client relationships.
• Following and upholding company safety policies. 

Required skills and experience:

• Commissioned BC Land Surveyor in good standing with the ABCLS. 
• Proficiency with MicroSurvey and strong technical and drafting skills. 
• A strong understanding of surveying principles, practices, and standards, particularly in relation to land development in BC.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with project managers, colleagues, and clients.
• Strong time management, problem solving, and leadership skills. 
• Experience working with governments, construction contractors, developers, property owners, and approving authorities.

What JEA offers:

• Locally owned and operated company that is heavily involved and invested in our communities.
• Positive, team-oriented, and friendly work environment which prioritizes the well being of our staff and their families.  

• Competitive salaries.
• Company performance bonuses.
• Vacation and overtime pay.
• Paid sick time and STAT holidays. 
• Health, dental, and extended benefits plan including vision care, virtual doctor services, employee and family assistance program, and more.
• Company cell phone plan.
• Opportunities for career advancement and mentorship from our team of experienced professionals and partners. 
• Paid continuing education.  
• Staff social events and activities.

Job details:

• Approximately 40 hours a week with flexible start/finish times within standard working hours.
• This position requires in person attendance.
• Wage range is $50-60/hour depending on experience.
• Relocation allowance available if applicable.

Applications:

All applications are appreciated, however only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.