Professional Land Surveyor

Cochran; Missouri; Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-Term Disability insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

Paid time off

7 major holidays

Professional development support

Zusammenfassung

Cochran is seeking a licensed Professional Land Surveyor to join our growing civil engineering practice across Missouri. You will oversee survey operations, mentor field crews, and ensure delivery of high-quality surveying services for public and private clients.

The ideal candidate has a PLS license, 5+ years of surveying experience, and proficiency with Trimble, Leica, and AutoCAD Civil 3D. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for success.

Qualifikationen

• Active PLS license required.
• Minimum 5 years of land surveying experience, with leadership of field crews.
• Proficiency in survey software and equipment (Trimble, Leica, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Strong knowledge of surveying principles, legal codes and industry standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Manage and perform land surveying services for civil engineering projects.
• Supervise and lead field crews; ensure accurate data collection.
• Prepare and review plats, legal descriptions, and survey drawings.
• Conduct boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking surveys.
• Interpret plans and engineering documents to guide survey activities.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers and clients on requirements.
• Review and certify final survey documents with PLS stamp and signature.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Client coordination

Ausbildung

Professional Land Surveyor license

Tools

Trimble

Leica

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Jobbeschreibung

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with seven offices throughout Missouri, providing services in construction administration, materials testing, architecture, geotechnical engineering, land surveying, and civil engineering. Serving both public and private sector clients, our expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design projects.

With more than 120 professionals, Cochran delivers customized solutions backed by technical expertise, responsive service, and strong client relationships. Our core values of Teamwork, Excellence, Quality, and Trust guide every project and ensure active principal involvement from start to finish.

Cochran is looking for a Registered Professional Land Surveyor in any of their 7 locations (Union, St. Louis, Wentzville, Farmington, Ozark, Osage Beach, and KC) to join our team.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our growing civil engineering firm. This position will be responsible for overseeing survey operations, managing projects, mentoring survey staff, and ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality surveying services for public and private sector clients. The ideal candidate is a technically proficient and client-focused professional with experience in boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction surveying who is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and perform land surveying services for civil engineering projects
• Supervise and lead field crews, ensuring data is collected accurately and efficiently
• Prepare and review plats, legal descriptions, and survey drawings in compliance with state and local regulations
• Conduct boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS land title, right-of-way, and construction staking surveys
• Interpret construction plans and engineering documents to guide survey activities
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to define project requirements and deliverables
• Ensure adherence to professional standards and applicable laws
• Review and certify final survey documents with PLS stamp and signature

Qualifications:

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
• Minimum 5 years of land surveying experience, including leadership of field crews
• Proficiency in survey software and equipment (e.g., Trimble, Leica, AutoCAD Civil 3D)
• Strong knowledge of surveying principles, legal codes, and industry standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a civil engineering consulting environment
• UAS/Drone certification and experience with aerial mapping is a plus
• Familiarity with GIS and 3D modeling technologies
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees, plus company deductible assistance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Generous PTO plan and 7 major holidays
• Continuing education and professional development support