Senior Project Land Surveyor

Responsibilities

• Perform and verify complex boundary analyses using relevant legal principles, statutes, and case law.
• Prepare high-accuracy survey deliverables, including: ALTA/NSPS surveys, Records of Survey, Boundary and topographic surveys, Short and long plats, subdivision maps, lot line adjustments, Easement exhibits, and legal descriptions.
• Process and adjust GPS and conventional survey data; perform least-squares adjustments as needed.
• Conduct advanced COGO calculations, coordinate geometry evaluation, and geodetic analyses.
• Apply coordinate transformations, rotations, and translations across datasets.
• Analyze field data, sketches, and digital records for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare drawings, mapping files, and supporting survey documents in collaboration with drafting staff.
• Review deliverables prepared by Survey Technicians for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain high standards for data integrity, record documentation, and file management.
• Provide technical input to improve internal standards, procedures, and workflows.
• Serve as an internal technical resource for boundary resolution, geodetic analysis, and mapping standards.
• Provide guidance and informal mentorship to Survey Technicians and early-career survey staff.
• Participate in internal training, knowledge-sharing, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support the Senior Land Survey Manager and PLS staff by contributing to QA/QC practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent years of experience in Land Surveying.
• 8-10+ years’ relevant survey experience.
• Professional Land Surveyor License (LS), preferred.
• Project Management experience, preferred.
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, Bluebeam, etc.
• Proficient experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, required.
• Effective and professional communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise in boundary analysis, computations, and mapping tasks.
• Ability to resolve complex or high-risk surveying assignments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with COGO calculations, coordinate transformations, and geodetic analyses.
• Knowledgeable in legal principles, statutes, and case law related to land surveying.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and project teams.

Skills

• Advanced COGO calculations and geodetic analyses.
• Coordinate transformations, rotations, and translations.
• Field data analysis and sketch review.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency.
• Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite skills.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills.
• Project management and coordination abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $104,000 - $150,000 DOE, location, + work model (remote, hybrid or in-office).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 100% paid by Kier & Wright for you + family.
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing plans.
• Paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Free office snacks.

Pay

Competitive salary range of $104,000 - $150,000 DOE, location, + work model (remote, hybrid or in-office).

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate project needs and personal life.

Who we are

Since 1972, Kier + Wright has provided both private and public sector clients with engineering and surveying work that is efficient, cost-effective, and forward-thinking. We offer a full range of services to support commercial, industrial, and high-density residential development and redevelopment projects.

Why Kier + Wright?

• Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work.
• Competitive Pay ($104,000 - $150,000 DOE, location, + work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office).
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family.
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing.
• Paid Holidays.
• Generous PTO.
• Free office snacks.
• Many more benefits!