Professional Land Surveyor

Responsibilities

• Measure and record precise distances and angles on, above or below the land surface, including boundary points, ALTAs, topographical features and other designated markers
• Use a variety of modern surveying equipment, manual recording, computer-aided drafting programs and databases to collect and record data of geological areas according to project requirements
• Research historical maps, land records, previous survey results and land title information as needed to compare and verify current measurements and resolve questions of boundary lines
• Create reports and maps according to customer or project requirements containing information from field measurements, boundary markers and topographical features
• Prepare two-dimensional maps and three-dimensional computer renderings of property features, such as boundary lines, geological points of interest, existing structures, water features and utility lines
• Follow accepted legal procedures to establish official land and water boundaries for government agencies, real estate developers and private parties to be used during property sales, leases and disputes
• Communicate with architects, engineers and construction personnel as needed during land development projects to verify geological and property boundary data and contribute to building design as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying or civil engineering
• Professional Land Surveying license
• Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of mapping concepts
• Self‑motivated with good time management and ability to work outdoors and walk as needed
• Experience with computer drafting programs

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Professional Land Surveying license