Abstract & Survey Assistant II

Abstract & Survey Assistant II | Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States Job Summary: Abstract & Survey Assistant II About the Role Join a dynamic team as an Abstract & Survey Assistant II in Allentown, PA (18104). This contract role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in AutoCAD and Carlson, seeking hands-on experience in property abstracting, title review, and survey data management for major right of way (R/W) projects. Collaborate with industry experts, develop foundational legal descriptions, and contribute to large-scale transmission projects with opportunities to expand your expertise in GIS, LiDAR, and advanced mapping technologies. You will report to the Lehigh Service Center once a week, maintaining a flexible hybrid schedule. Responsibilities - Conduct detailed abstract and title reviews for fee-simple and easement property acquisitions - Analyze exceptions, conveyances, restrictions, and R/W requirements to ensure project compliance - Compile and organize information for R/W purchases, easements, and transmission basemap development - Write precise property and R/W descriptions for legal documentation - Plot survey information and verify property plans for accuracy and completeness - Check and validate drawings for legal files and record-keeping - Interpret aerial photographs, contour maps, and survey notes to support engineering teams - Perform courthouse research online as needed - Review consultant survey basemaps for accuracy and compliance with Client standards - Develop scopes of work and vendor RFPs for survey and transmission projects Required Skills and Experience - 2-5 years of practical surveying duties experience - Proficiency in AutoCAD and Carlson software - Proven ability in abstract/title review and legal description writing - Strong background in mathematics relevant to survey work - Skilled in GIS data applications, LiDAR, and PASDA information - Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment - Experience with desktop computers and technical calculations - Must be an employee of your current firm for at least one year - Onsite presence at Lehigh Service Center (minimum 1 day/week) Preferred Skills - Pennsylvania licensure (preferred, not required) - Advanced experience in property and R/W survey projects Benefits - Exposure to high-impact infrastructure and transmission projects - Flexible hybrid work schedule (onsite minimum once weekly) - Opportunity to work with advanced mapping and GIS technologies - Collaborate with skilled professionals in a supportive team environment - Career development and skills advancement in surveying and mapping How to Apply Ready to advance your surveying career? Submit your application and resume today to join our expert team and make a measurable impact on critical infrastructure projects!

Created: 2026-03-04