Lead Professional Land Surveyor — Civil & Development

Recruiting Solutions LLC; Spearfish (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A confidential engineering and surveying organization seeks a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead survey operations for civil engineering and land development projects. This role requires technical expertise and experience managing complex surveys while ensuring compliance with regulations. The candidate will supervise survey teams, plan projects, and utilize advanced survey technologies. The ideal applicant has 4–6 years of experience with a strong understanding of survey software and instruments. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in land surveying, preferably in civil or land development.
• Strong proficiency with modern survey instruments.
• Solid understanding of ALTA/NSPS standards and boundary law.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey operations for civil engineering and land development projects.
• Plan and manage land surveying projects from scoping to deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Skills

Technical judgment

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Surveying or related discipline

Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Robotic total stations

GPS/GNSS systems

Drones

Job description

A confidential engineering and surveying organization seeks a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead survey operations for civil engineering and land development projects. This role requires technical expertise and experience managing complex surveys while ensuring compliance with regulations. The candidate will supervise survey teams, plan projects, and utilize advanced survey technologies. The ideal applicant has 4–6 years of experience with a strong understanding of survey software and instruments. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.