Professional Land Surveyor​/Project Manager

Location:

754 River Rock Drive, Suite 210, Helena, MT, 59602, United States

Base Pay: $90,000.00 - $ / Year

Other Compensation:
Bonus pay

Relocation Expense Covered:
Yes

Employee Type: FT Exempt

Required Degree: 2 Year Degree

Travel: 20%

Manage Others:
Yes

We are seeking a Montana‑licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to serve as Project Manager for our growing private land surveying firm. In addition to typical professional land surveyor expertise, this role requires experience in the management of land survey projects/contracts and active participation in business development activities to help build and maintain a book of work for the Survey Group.

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the State of Montana, or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months
• 6+ years of professional surveying experience, including project management responsibilities
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and modern survey equipment/software
• High level of accountability and professional integrity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites

• Experience with and knowledge of Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) survey requirements and procedures
• Strong leadership, organizational, and client-service skills
• Experience in a private consulting or production‑oriented environment
• Ability to balance technical work, staff management, and project deadlines

• Serve as Surveyor of Record for boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, subdivision, easement, and construction surveys
• Review, sign, and seal survey plats, legal descriptions, and related documents
• Interpret deeds, plats, title commitments, and legal descriptions
• Ensure full compliance with Montana statutes, administrative rules, and professional standards
• Resolve complex boundary and field issues using professional judgment
• Oversee data analysis, reporting, and quality assurance

• Lead and mentor field staff
• Plan and direct daily field operations and crew assignments
• Schedule projects, manage workloads, and support timely delivery
• Enforce safety standards, field procedures, and equipment care
• Participate in field work as needed for high‑priority or complex projects

• Coordinate with clients, engineers, architects, contractors, legal counsel, and property owners
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and progress tracking
• Maintain strong, professional client relationships through clear communication
• Represent the firm as a technical expert, including participation in legal or boundary matters as required
• Actively market on behalf of the firm to develop new clients/business, particularly to build a backlog of work for the Survey Department
• Employer‑Paid Medical Insurance
• Employer‑Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employer‑Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• FSA Dependent Care Plan (Section 129)
• Reimbursement for Certification and License Expenses
• Bring Your Good Dog to Work
• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Performance Compensation (Bonus) Opportunities

$90,000 - $120,000 per year, DOE

In‑person in Billings, Bozeman, Helena, or Missoula, MT

Monday to Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM, plus overtime as required

Full‑time

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