Professional Land Surveyor

About the role

We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of land surveying projects, including boundary, topographic, ALTA, final parcel maps, subdivision maps, legal descriptions, and construction staking surveys.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong and responsive communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee field and office survey teams, providing technical guidance, quality assurance, and mentorship.
• Review and certify survey documents, including plats, legal descriptions, and exhibits.
• Cook up with engineering teams, contractors, and public agencies to support project goals.
• Ensure all survey activities meet applicable regulatory, professional, and quality standards.
• Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and responses to RFPs.
• Participate in business development activities and maintain positive client relationships.
• Stay current with industry standards, equipment, software, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in California.
• Up to 5 years of experience managing survey projects.
• Extensive knowledge of surveying principles, practices, and equipment (including GPS, robotic total stations, and data collectors).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey software (such as Trimble Business Center or similar).
• Proven ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lead and mentor field crews and office staff.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive project management experience in land surveying.
• Experience working with both private development and public infrastructure projects.
• Established relationships with local municipalities and reviewing agencies.
• Experience developing proposals and supporting business development efforts.

Skills

Strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and a passion for helping the communities we serve grow.

Benefits

• Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option)
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• 100% company-paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• Employee ownership options

Pay

US Pay Range: $135,000—$175,000 USD

Schedule

This is a hybrid role, and relocation assistance is available for well-qualified candidates.