Licensed Land Surveyor / Manager

AleraInfoTech; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision (First month +

HSA options

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

AleraInfoTech in Lexington, KY is seeking a senior survey operations leader to manage multiple field crews on civil and transportation projects. You will oversee project delivery and drive client development while benefiting from an employee-owned firm with top-tier benefits.

The role requires a mid-senior level of experience with a PLS license or eligibility, and strong expertise in Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads and AutoCAD Civil 3D. Competitive salary with ESOP and robust benefits offered.

Qualifications

• PLS license or eligibility to sit for the exam within six months of hire (exam fees paid).
• Twelve plus years of survey experience with at least five in a supervisory role.
• Extensive DOT/municipal project background.
• Fluency with Bentley MicroStation / OpenRoads and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local survey regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s in surveying or civil tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise daily activities of several field crews and office technicians.
• Enforce QA/QC, manage budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
• Coordinate with VDOT and local municipalities on roadway and utility corridor surveys.
• Grow regional business through proposal support and relationship building.
• Coach staff through regular one-on-one sessions and performance planning.

Skills

PLS license or eligibility

Leadership/supervision

DOT/municipal projects

Survey regulations knowledge

Field operations experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s in surveying or civil tech preferred

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Location: Lexington, KY | Type: Direct hire | Work Mode: On site

Salary: Compensation is $85k – $145k, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications.

Experience: Mid-senior

Start Date: To be decided

Position Summary

Lead survey operations for JMT’s civil and transportation projects. This senior-level position manages multiple fields crews, oversees project delivery, and drives client development while enjoying the stability of an employee-owned firm ranked for top-tier benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise daily activities of several field crews and office technicians.
• Enforce QA/QC, manage budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
• Coordinate with VDOT and local municipalities on roadway and utility corridor surveys.
• Grow regional business through proposal support and relationship building.
• Coach staff through regular one-on-one sessions and performance planning.

Required Qualifications

• PLS license or eligibility to sit for the exam within six months of hire (exam fees paid by JMT).
• Twelve plus years of survey experience with at least five in a supervisory role.
• Extensive DOT/municipal project background.
• Fluency with Bentley MicroStation / OpenRoads and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local survey regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s in surveying or civil tech preferred.

Preferred

• Subsurface utility locating/designating expertise.
• Experience with LiDAR, aerial mapping, or sUAS operations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $85 000 – $145 000, commensurate with licensure depth and leadership scope.
• ESOP participation and 401(k) with match; medical, dental, vision starting the first of the month after 30 days; HSA options.
• Sign-on bonus $5 000 – $10 000 (issued at 90 days) usable for relocation; alternative reimbursement structure available.
• Typical work week 45-50 hours; paid time off, tuition support, and professional development reimbursement.

Working Conditions

• Office-based with periodic field visits; occasional travel; ability to lift up to 25 lbs when field support is required.