Professional Land Surveyor - PLS
Listed on 2026-06-19
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor, Environmental Engineer, Environmental/ Urban Planning
Key Responsibilities
In this leadership role, you will manage a portfolio of land surveying projects from initial client engagement through final deliverables. Responsibilities include overseeing boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, subdivision and parcel maps, easements, construction staking, and as-built documentation for land development projects. You will coordinate and schedule field crews, review and analyze field data, prepare and certify survey maps and legal descriptions, and ensure all work complies with California statutes, local agency requirements, and professional standards.
You will work closely with clients, developers, engineers, architects, and public agencies, serving as the primary point of contact for surveying-related matters. Additional responsibilities include defining project scopes, managing budgets and schedules, supporting proposal development, resolving technical challenges, and maintaining quality control across all survey deliverables. You will also mentor junior surveyors and technical staff, helping to develop internal capabilities and support the long-term growth of the surveying practice.
Profile
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline and hold an active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the State of California. Candidates should bring 8+ years of progressive experience in land surveying, with a strong emphasis on land development projects in Southern California. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating field crews, and interfacing directly with clients and regulatory agencies is essential.
Strong technical proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey data processing software, and modern surveying technologies is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills, along with the ability to independently manage workloads and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced consulting environment.
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