Land Surveyor - Practice Builder

Kimley-Horn; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health coverage

Paid time off

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Warrenville, IL seeks an entrepreneurial Professional Land Surveyor to grow our Land Survey practice. This Practice Builder will lead client service, business development, and project delivery, with backing from a national firm recognized for excellence.

You will mentor staff, manage multiple projects, and stay on the cutting edge with GPS, GIS, Civil 3D, and Carlson, while delivering precise surveys and legal descriptions for clients and government agencies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as a Land Surveyor.
• Experience with Civil 3D or Carlson.
• Ability to lead and work independently.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys with advanced instruments and technology.
• Analyze data, maps, and documents to determine property lines.
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to support projects.
• Use GPS, GIS, and surveying software to process data.
• Prepare survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions.
• Research deeds and historical records for projects.
• Ensure compliance with surveying standards and safety.
• Provide expert testimony in legal disputes related to boundaries.
• Stay updated on surveying tech to improve accuracy.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment.
• Communicate results clearly to clients and team.

Skills

Field surveying

GPS technology

GIS

Client communication

Project leadership

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Civil 3D

Carlson

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking an entrepreneurial Professional Land Surveyor grow our our Land Survey practice in the Warrenville, IL. office! This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of client service, business development, technical excellence, and team leadership.

We use the term "Practice Builder" to describe our best client servers – the men and women who exhibit leadership by winning and doing work, managing projects profitably, and mentoring the next generation.

As a Practice Builder, you will:

• Craft a bold vision for growth.


• Lead business development efforts to win work from new and existing clients.


• Provide high-quality service in a profitable manner.


• Contribute to the professional development of staff.


• Benefit from comprehensive support in accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production.


• Have the autonomy to build and grow your business with the full backing of a firm consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.

This role offers the freedom to lead and grow your business, with the rewards of a performance-based environment (including base salary + bonuses), and the potential to advance to ownership.

This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Conducting field surveys using advanced surveying instruments and technology to accurately measure and record land boundaries, topographic features, and geographic coordinates.


• Analyzing survey data, maps, and legal documents to determine property lines and boundaries, resolving discrepancies or ambiguities as needed.


• Collaborating with engineers, architects, and other professionals to provide accurate survey data and support various construction and development projects.


• Utilizing Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other surveying software to process and manage survey data efficiently.


• Preparing detailed survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.


• Conducting research on property deeds, historical records, and land titles to gather essential information for surveying projects.


• Ensuring compliance with relevant surveying standards, regulations, and safety protocols during fieldwork and data processing.


• Providing expert testimony and survey evidence in legal disputes related to property boundaries and land issues.


• Staying updated on the latest advancements in surveying technology and techniques to enhance surveying processes and accuracy.


• Maintaining and calibrating surveying equipment to ensure reliable and precise measurements.


• Demonstrating strong communication skills to liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members, and effectively communicate survey results and findings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years working as a a Land Surveyor


• Working knowledge of Civil 3D and/or Carlson


• Ability to work independently and in a team environment


• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employersponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Salary Range:

Base Salary $120,000-$170,000 annually.Eligible for Performance Based Bonus Compensation.

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.


• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.


• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.


• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.


• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.


• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.