Professional Land Surveyor

Project Resource Collective; Coats (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Support for professional development

Job summary

A professional surveying firm is seeking a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Coats, NC to manage and perform land surveying projects. Responsibilities include ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations, supervising field teams, and managing project scope and schedules. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience and an active PLS license in North Carolina. Competitive salary and benefits are available based on experience.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a licensed professional land surveyor.
• Strong working knowledge of boundary law and NC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform, oversee, and certify land surveys in compliance with standards.
• Prepare, sign, and seal various survey documents.
• Supervise and support survey technicians and field crews.

Skills

Boundary law

Surveying principles

Coordination with stakeholders

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

North Carolina Professional Land Surveyor license

Tools

Civil 3D

Trimble

Leica

Job description

Project Resource Collective pay range

The range is provided by Project Resource Collective. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Licensed Land Surveyor / Professional Land Surveyor (PLS – North Carolina)

Job Summary: Our client is seeking a North Carolina Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join their team in Coats, NC. This position is responsible for managing and performing land surveying projects, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and high-quality deliverables. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, at least three years of professional experience, and the ability to work collaboratively with field and office teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform, oversee, and certify land surveys in compliance with North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors (NCBELS) standards
• Prepare, sign, and seal boundary surveys, plats, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, easements, legal descriptions, As-Builts, FEMA Elevation Certificate, etc.
• Manage survey projects, including scope, schedules, and deliverables
• Supervise and support survey technicians and field crews
• Conduct deed research, boundary analysis, and resolution of discrepancies
• Review and approve survey data, calculations, CAD drawings, and reports
• Coordinate with engineers, developers, attorneys, municipalities, and other stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Maintain professional licensure and required continuing education

Required Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license (required)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a licensed professional land surveyor
• Strong working knowledge of boundary law, surveying principles, and NC regulations
• Proficiency with modern survey equipment (GPS, total stations, data collectors)
• Experience with CAD and surveying software (e.g., Civil 3D, Carlson, Trimble, Leica, or similar)
• Ability to work onsite in Coats, NC
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor licenses in South Carolina and other states (a plus)
• Experience with boundary surveys, plats, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, easements, legal descriptions, As-Builts, FEMA Elevation Certificate, etc.
• Prior project management or supervisory experience
• Experience coordinating with permitting agencies and municipalities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Leadership and mentoring capability
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Support for professional development and continuing education

Project Resource Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer