Senior Land Surveyor, Public Works

About the role

This role will oversee surveying operations for Public Works projects, providing technical leadership and quality control for topographic surveys, control networks, mapping, and right-of-way support. As a leader within the Survey Department, this individual will guide technical execution, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with municipal standards while supporting efficient, integrated project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead Public Works survey projects including topographic surveys, control establishment, right-of-way mapping, and utility coordination.

• Review and approve survey deliverables such as records of survey, exhibits, legal descriptions, and mapping for agency submittals.

• Ensure all work complies with local agency standards, state regulations, and R.E.Y. quality expectations.

• Oversee QA/QC on survey data, mapping, and integration with Civil 3D and GIS-based systems.

• Mentor survey technicians, surveyors-in-training, and junior survey staff.

• Support staff training in municipal standards, documentation, and survey best practices.

• Collaborate with the Principal Surveyor to promote consistency, growth, and knowledge sharing across public-sector projects.

• Manage survey scopes, budgets, and schedules for multiple Public Works projects.

• Coincide closely with Public Works engineers, project managers, and municipal staff.

• Participate in agency meetings, review cycles, and interdepartmental coordination.

Qualifications

• A California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.

• 10+ years of professional experience in Public Works, municipal, or infrastructure surveying.

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with GIS integration preferred.

• Knowledge of public agency standards, right-of-way requirements, and record mapping.

• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.

• Clear and professional communication skills with agency partners and internal teams.

Benefits

Competitive salary range: $128,000 – $180,000, DOE
Full benefits including: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and additional insurance options.

R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc.

R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.