Licensed Land Surveyor

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO focuses on responsiveness, delivering value, and meeting and exceeding client expectations. We support professional development, continuing education, and offer a fun, flexible work environment.

About the role

We are seeking a California Licensed Land Surveyor to perform work for a variety of public and private sector projects. This role serves as a leader within the Survey Department, providing technical guidance, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with client standards and deliverables. As part of an emerging and growing statewide Survey Department, you will have the opportunity to expand the department geographically, strategically, and innovatively. The position offers a high volume of challenging work in a fun, fast-paced San Diego office.

Responsibilities

• Mapping of detailed survey-related drawings such as Topographic Surveys, Right of Way Mapping, Record of Surveys, Parcel Maps, Final Maps, ALTA/ACSM Surveys, and other survey-related services using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Download and process field data
• Perform various computations including closure, precision, and calculations for surveys, plats, and easements
• Prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for easement purposes
• Compile and research title documents and record mapping
• Perform survey field work using Trimble Robotic and GPS equipment (if desired)
• Project management duties such as proposals, budgets, schedules, and billings (if desired)

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) designation required
• Valid driver’s license and clear DMV record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Skills

• Knowledge of boundary and legal principles
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Survey field experience using Trimble Robotic and GPS equipment (preferred)
• Relevant experience in Transportation/Roadway (preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Vacation and sick leave (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance