Professional Licensed Surveyor

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

Butler & Associates, Inc. – Pensacola, FL

Butler & Associates, Inc. is a locally owned and rapidly growing land surveying firm serving residential builders, contractors, developers, and private clients throughout Northwest Florida. We are seeking a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our leadership team and support expanding workloads across boundary, construction, ALTA, elevation, and builder-specific surveys.

The Professional Land Surveyor will oversee all surveying activities, ensure compliance with Florida laws and standards, provide technical expertise to field crews, review and sign/stamp survey deliverables, and support operational growth. This role combines leadership, quality oversight, and hands-on technical work in a fast-paced environment.

• Review, sign, and seal boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA/NSPS, mortgage, and elevation surveys.
• Perform survey calculations, deed research, map review, and quality control for all deliverables.
• Interpret and analyze construction plans, plats, legal descriptions, and CAD drawings.
• Ensure compliance with all state surveying statutes, professional board requirements, and industry standards.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, title companies, and engineers as needed.
• Support business growth and process improvements as part of the leadership team.

• Current and active Florida Professional Surveyor and Mapper (PLS/PSM) license.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive surveying experience.
• Strong understanding of boundary law, platting, construction staking, and residential builder workflows.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GPS, and conventional surveying equipment.
• Ability to lead multiple crews and manage high-volume workload.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

• Experience with large builder accounts and other residential developers.
• Knowledge of Northwest Florida survey practices, soils, plats, and local requirements.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexibility for field/office balance.

This role is based out of Pensacola, Florida, with a mix of office and field oversight. Our business is growing quickly, and we are looking for someone who can be a long-term partner in strengthening operations, supporting our crews, and maintaining our quality standards.