Lead Professional Land Surveyor - Montana, ESOP & Growth

Interstate Engineering, Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Bonus opportunities

Family-oriented environment

Work-life balance

Paid holidays

Travel opportunities

100% paid health insurance for the EMP

Disability insurance

401K Profit Sharing

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program

Relocation assistance (if required)

Job summary

Interstate Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to lead Montana surveying projects and mentor a team of survey professionals.

The role combines field and office work, overseeing boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and related deliverables while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a Montana PLS license, 4+ years of surveying experience, and strong knowledge of ALTA/NSPS standards; proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor license in Montana.
• Associate's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or related field; Bachelor’s preferred.
• 4+ years surveying experience, preferably supporting civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of surveying principles, state regulations, ALTA/NSPS standards, and legal documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage survey projects from planning through final delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Lead complex survey assignments including Boundary, Topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and Easement surveys.
• Review, certify, and approve survey deliverables (plats, maps, reports, legal descriptions).
• Analyze field data using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center; ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to Survey Party Chiefs and Technicians.

Skills

Leadership and project management

Communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Mentoring and development

Education

Associate's degree in Surveying/Geomatics

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

GPS/GNSS equipment

Robotic total stations

Drone/LiDAR technology

Job description

Interstate Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to lead Montana surveying projects and mentor a team of survey professionals.

The role combines field and office work, overseeing boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and related deliverables while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a Montana PLS license, 4+ years of surveying experience, and strong knowledge of ALTA/NSPS standards; proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business