Land Surveyor

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Land Surveyor to support land surveying operations. The ideal candidate will assist in collecting, processing, and analyzing field data for boundary, topographic, construction, and engineering surveys. This role requires a strong understanding of surveying principles, proficiency with survey instruments and software, and the ability to work effectively in both field and office environments.

This role requires approximately 80% fieldwork, with the remaining 20% involving overnight travel to project sites. You’ll support projects across transportation, water, power, and other related infrastructure sectors throughout the Dakotas region.

• Set up and operate total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, levels, drones, and other surveying instruments in accordance with accepted rules and practices.
• Assist in construction layout and data collection.
• Assist in topographic, boundary, and site survey tasks.
• Assist in boundary document research at courthouses.
• Maintain detailed and accurate field notes.
• Perform basic calculations from field note data, and read, interpret and use topographic maps and design drawings.
• Demonstrate understanding of basic survey or CAD computer applications.
• Download and process raw data from field instruments.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License or Land Surveyor‑In‑Training (LSIT) License.

• Associate degree in a closely related field or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture.

Primary location:
Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Other locations:
Bismarck, Fargo, North Dakota. Industry: Highway & Road.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests, and conviction records.