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Field Surveyor/Designer

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 May 2025

💰 $70,000/yr

About the role

Field Surveyor/Fiber Designer
*must report to the office 3x/week Job Summary

PRG seeks a skilled Field Surveyor/Designer with telecom experience to support design surveys for Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs) and Multi-Tenant Commercial buildings (MXUs). You will also assist in coordinating with our engineering vendors to produce high-quality, highly constructible engineering deliverables. Adaptability and the ability to thrive in ambiguity are critical to success in this role. This role captures the field-level details needed to bring FTTH and high-capacity services to dense urban and suburban environments. Key Responsibilities

Perform field surveys for telecom fiber builds, capturing entry points, conduit paths, equipment locations, and riser routing for MDU/MXU properties.
Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and sketches derived from building layouts and on-site conditions.
Work closely with design and construction teams to gather the data needed to develop accurate and constructible fiber routes.
Access various types of properties, communicate with building managers, and coordinate entry to complete surveys.
Follow established technical standards and local build practices to inform future FTTH designs.
Develop and maintain a high-quality control standard for the design process, including prompt troubleshooting and creative problem-solving for any identified equipment and/or design issues.
Manage the production of efficient designs for new development, network relocations, and network upgrades.
Provide practical and comprehensive support of network deployment and other cross-functional teams.
Help the team create and review Notice-to-Proceed packages (NTP), Bill of Materials (BOM), Scope of work (SOW), etc

Required Skills and Qualifications

Prior experience in telecom, FTTH/HFC field surveys, construction coordination, or utility infrastructure work is ideal.
Must understand fiber routing principles and typical MDU/MXU build constraints (e.g., risers, IDFs, MPOEs, etc.).
Ability to read and understand telecom and construction drawings.
Comfortable using tools like Google Earth, Google Maps, and Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge of MS Visio is preferred but not required.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience with IkeGPS or other digital survey tools is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and insurance, with a willingness to travel to job sites (mileage reimbursement available).
Ability to work occasional overtime to meet project demands.

Work Environment This role requires a combination of office and fieldwork. You will spend a minimum of three days a week at PRG or client offices, but you will be required to travel daily to construction sites. The role involves extensive walking, climbing stairs, and performing physical tasks in various weather conditions. PRG offers the following perks and compensation:

$25-$35 per hour, depending on experience.
Mileage reimbursement for vehicle use.
Health benefits include medical, dental & vision for you and your dependents on the first of the month following your start date.
Company-paid Short-term Disability benefits after one year of service.
401(k) Plan on the first of the month following your start date with a safe-harbor match after one year of service.
Supplemental Life Insurance is offered to you and your dependents.
ClassPass shared cost membership is offered to each employee.
Paid time off, holiday pay, and a floating holiday so you can enjoy time with your friends and family.