Land Surveyors, Party Chiefs & Office Surveyors

Join Our Team – Land Surveyors, Party Chiefs & Office Surveyors

Central Valley Engineering & Surveying, Inc. (CVEAS) is seeking three motivated Land Surveying professionals to join our growing team. We are a well-established civil engineering and land surveying firm serving California with projects ranging from highways and bridges to subdivisions, schools, commercial developments, and utility infrastructure.

As a signatory contractor with Operating Engineers Local 3, we offer excellent compensation and outstanding union benefits.

Position:
Land Surveyor / Party Chief / Survey Technician

We are looking for candidates with at least five (5) years of land surveying experience. A Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license is not required, but applicants should have strong technical knowledge and the ability to work independently in both field and office environments.

• Perform boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Construction staking for highways, roads, bridges, subdivisions, commercial buildings, utilities, and public works projects.
• Conduct field measurements using GPS, robotic total stations, digital levels, and other modern survey equipment.
• Prepare and verify field notes and survey data.
• Perform office calculations and mapping using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software.
• Prepare exhibits, legal descriptions, plats, and survey deliverables.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, contractors, and clients.
• Assist with multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

• Minimum of 5 years of surveying experience.
• Experience in boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking.
• Familiarity with subdivision mapping, right-of-way surveys, and utility layout.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, Excel, and related software.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in both field and office settings.
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work when required.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Competitive union wages.
• Excellent benefits through Operating Engineers Local 3.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Medical benefits.
• Long‑term, full‑time career opportunities.
• Diverse and challenging projects throughout California.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.

We are also interested in qualified candidates for:

• Prepare survey maps and exhibits.
• Process field data and drafting.
• Produce boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, and right‑of‑way surveys.
• Coordinate with field crews and project managers.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of civil engineering experience.
• Prepare grading plans, site plans, utility plans, roadway improvements, drainage studies, and engineer’s estimates.
• Experience with subdivision design and land development projects.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency required.
• California PE license preferred for senior positions.

To express your interest, please submit your resume by:

• Email:
• Fax:
• Phone: Nick Sahota –  ext.
  1010

Central Valley Engineering & Surveying, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

This version emphasizes the variety of projects, the union compensation package, and the opportunity for candidates who have substantial experience even if they are not yet licensed surveyors. It also reflects your goal of hiring at least three qualified surveying professionals.