Licensed Land Surveyor / Manager

AleraInfoTech; Middlesborough (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

HSA options

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Tuition support

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

AleraInfoTech in Middlesboro, KY seeks a Licensed Land Surveyor / Manager to lead field crews, manage budgets, and drive DOT/municipal surveying projects. This on-site role requires a strong supervisory background and expertise in regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in surveying, PLS eligibility, and proficiency in MicroStation/OpenRoads and AutoCAD Civil 3D. Competitive compensation includes benefits and a sign-on bonus where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for PLS license within six months of hire.
• Twelve plus years of survey experience, with at least five in a supervisory role.
• Extensive DOT/municipal project background.
• Proficiency 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 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

Survey leadership / supervisory

DOT/municipal project experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in surveying or civil technology

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Location: Middlesboro, 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

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.

Licensed Land Surveyor / Manager