Professional Land Surveyor

TD&H Engineering; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Generous PTO

End-of-Year Bonuses

Job summary

TD&H Engineering seeks a full-time Professional Land Surveyor to join our Great Falls, MT team. The role involves conducting boundary, ALTA, topo, and construction surveys with GPS/robotic total stations, and preparing maps and reports for diverse projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Montana PLS license with 3+ years of experience, an associate degree in surveying, and strong skills in AutoCAD, Trimble Business Center, Carlson Survey, and Civil 3D. Driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Licensed PLS in Montana required or pending licensure with established plan to obtain licensure.
• 3+ years of experience as a licensed PLS preferred.
• Associate’s degree in surveying or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record; strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with surveying software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct boundary, cadastral, hydraulic, topographic, ALTA, and construction surveys/staking for public and private projects.
• Perform fieldwork using GPS and robotic total stations to collect and analyze data.
• Prepare and review survey maps, legal descriptions, plats, and reports ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Process survey data using Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, developers, and government agencies to support land development and construction.
• Review and verify survey calculations and mapping accuracy.

Skills

PLS experience

Montana license

Detail oriented

Strong communication

Field surveying

Education

Associate’s degree in surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Trimble Business Center

Carlson Survey

Civil 3D

Job description

TD&H is seeking a full time Professional Land Surveyor to join our team in Great Falls, MT. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic, energetic, and rewarding work environment. Established in 1965, TD&H serves a diverse clientele across our nine offices in Montana, Idaho, Washington, North Dakota, and Pennsylvania.

At our company, we take pride in fostering professional growth, providing engaging projects, and promoting long-term career development. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work schedules to support our employees’ success.

Why Join Us?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Our team values long-term employment and rewards dedication with outstanding benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• End-of-Year Performance Bonuses

What You’ll Do

As a Professional Land Surveyor, you will be responsible for, conducting surveys for various civil engineering projects, processing survey data in Trimble Business Center/Civil 3D, and preparing survey maps, reports, and other documentation. Responsibilities include:

• Conduct boundary, cadastral, hydraulic, topographic, ALTA, and construction surveys/staking for public and private projects.
• Perform fieldwork using GPS, robotic total stations, and other survey equipment to collect and analyze data accurately.
• Prepare and review survey maps, legal descriptions, plats, and reports ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Process survey data using Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, developers, and government agencies to support land development, infrastructure, and construction projects.
• Interpret and apply zoning laws, subdivision regulations, and property records to determine land boundaries.
• Review and verify survey calculations, data analysis, and mapping accuracy.

Project Types

Your work will involve working on surveys such as:

• Construction Staking
• Topographic
• ALTA
• Boundary

What We’re Looking For

The candidate will work under the guidance of experienced Project Managers and will partner with the firm’s multidisciplinary team and clients to deliver high quality projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, highly organized, and eager to contribute to a growing team. The ideal candidate will have:

• Licensed Professional Land surveyor in Montana (PLS).
• 3+ years of experience as a licensed PLS preferred.
• Associate’s degree in surveying or equivalent from an accredited post-secondary institution is preferred.
• Have a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Experience with technical software such as AutoCAD, Trimble Business Center, Carlson Survey and Civil 3D etc.
• Excellent organization and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to multitask and manage project workload, deadlines, and clients effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 annually (excludes year-end bonus), depending on experience, education, and qualifications.

Ready to Advance your Career with TD&H?

If you are looking for an opportunity to work on impactful projects, grow professionally and work in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!