Principal Land Surveyor

R.E.Y. Engineers; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

Job summary

R.E.Y. Engineers is seeking an experienced Principal Land Surveyor to lead and grow our Bay Area practice in Pleasanton, CA.

The role focuses on expanding surveying services across Northern California, overseeing complex projects from planning through construction, and building strong client relationships. You’ll mentor surveyors, project managers, and technical staff while partnering with leadership to identify growth opportunities and strengthen the firm’s Bay Area presence.

Qualifications

• California PLS license required.
• 10+ years of progressive land surveying experience.
• Proven experience leading surveying teams on complex projects.
• Strong background in Public Works, transportation, utilities, or land development.
• Experience managing client relationships and overseeing project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveying services for public infrastructure, transportation, utility, and land development projects throughout Northern California.
• Provide technical oversight and QA for boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, legal descriptions, records of survey, and mapping deliverables.
• Serve as the Professional Land Surveyor of record on complex projects.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with municipalities, public agencies, developers, contractors, and private clients.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, and overall project performance.
• Lead proposal development, interviews, contract negotiations, and business development efforts.
• Mentor surveyors, project managers, and technical staff while fostering a collaborative, high‑performing team culture.
• Partner with firm leadership to identify strategic growth opportunities in the Bay Area.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business development

Mentorship

Team management

Client relationships

Education

California PLS License

PE License (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

MicroStation

Job description

Principal Land Surveyor

Pleasanton, CA | Full-Time | Salary: $160,000–$225,000 DOE + Annual Bonus

Lead our Bay Area surveying practice and help shape the future of R.E.Y. Engineers.

R.E.Y. Engineers is seeking an experienced Principal Land Surveyor to help lead and grow our Bay Area operations.

This is more than a leadership position—it's an opportunity to build client relationships, mentor the next generation of survey professionals, and help guide the strategic direction of a growing multidisciplinary firm.

You’ll work alongside executive leadership to expand our surveying presence throughout Northern California while leading complex public infrastructure, transportation, utility, and land development projects from planning through construction.

If you’re passionate about technical excellence, developing people, and growing a successful practice, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Principal Land Surveyor, you’ll serve as both a technical leader and trusted advisor while helping expand R.E.Y.’s Bay Area operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead surveying services for public infrastructure, transportation, utility, and land development projects throughout Northern California
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, legal descriptions, records of survey, and mapping deliverables
• Serve as the Professional Land Surveyor of record on complex projects
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with municipalities, public agencies, developers, contractors, and private clients
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, and overall project performance
• Lead proposal development, interviews, contract negotiations, and business development efforts
• Mentor surveyors, project managers, and technical staff while fostering a collaborative, high‑performing team culture
• Partner with firm leadership to identify strategic growth opportunities and strengthen R.E.Y.’s presence throughout the Bay Area

What We’re Looking For

Required

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License
• 10+ years of progressive land surveying experience
• Proven experience leading surveying teams and delivering complex projects
• Strong background in Public Works, transportation, utilities, or land development
• Demonstrated success managing client relationships and overseeing project delivery
• Excellent leadership, communication, and business development skills

Preferred

• Professional Civil Engineer (PE) License
• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Established relationships with Bay Area municipalities, agencies, and private clients
• Experience mentoring survey professionals and developing future leaders
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, MicroStation, and other industry‑standard surveying software
• Passion for growing teams, strengthening client partnerships, and contributing to firm leadership

Why Survey Professionals Join R.E.Y.

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of Northern California's growing engineering and surveying firms.

At R.E.Y., you’ll enjoy:

• A meaningful leadership role with the opportunity to influence the direction of our Bay Area surveying practice
• Diverse Public Works, transportation, utility, and land development projects throughout Northern California
• Collaboration with an experienced leadership team committed to technical excellence and innovation
• The opportunity to build lasting client relationships and expand an established regional presence
• A culture that values integrity, teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth
• Competitive compensation of $160,000 - $225,000, annual bonus opportunities, and a clear path toward long‑term leadership within the firm
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and additional voluntary benefits

About R.E.Y. Engineers

R.E.Y. Engineers is a multidisciplinary engineering and land surveying firm serving public and private clients throughout California. With offices in Folsom, Pleasanton, Oakland, and Palo Alto, we provide civil engineering, land surveying, GIS, and advanced technology services for infrastructure projects that strengthen the communities where we live and work.

Our culture is built on collaboration, integrity, technical excellence, and investing in our people. As we continue expanding throughout Northern California, we’re looking for leaders who are excited to help shape the next chapter of our firm’s success.

If you’re ready to lead impactful projects, build lasting client relationships, and help grow a premier surveying practice in the Bay Area, let’s connect! Can’t find the job you want to apply for? Contact our recruiting team at: [e-mail]

R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.