Professional Land Surveyor

General Engineering Company; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Engineering Company in Portage, WI seeks a Project Manager who is also a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead our Land Survey Department. The role emphasizes project management, staff coordination, and client communication over daily fieldwork.

The successful candidate will oversee project execution, supervise teams, maintain client relationships, and certify deliverables across Wisconsin, balancing technical oversight with leadership and coordination.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Wisconsin (Required)
• Minimum 5 years of GIS/land surveying experience with at least 2 years in a PM/leadership role
• Strong knowledge of Wisconsin survey standards, statutes, and regulatory processes
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey-related software
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally for site visits and client meetings

Responsibilities

• Oversee project execution within the Land Survey Department
• Supervise internal teams and coordinate with staff
• Maintain client relationships and ensure satisfaction
• Certify final deliverables and maintain quality standards
• Provide leadership and project coordination across survey projects in Wisconsin

Skills

Project management

Staff coordination

Client communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Survey software

Job description

General Engineering Company, a well-established multidisciplinary firm based in Portage, WI, is seeking a Project Manager who is also a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our Land Survey Department.

While this position does require a Wisconsin PLS license, the primary focus is project management, staff coordination, and client communication—not daily fieldwork. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and organizational skills to manage a variety of survey projects across Wisconsin, ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing project execution, supervising internal teams, maintaining client relationships, and certifying final deliverables. This is an excellent role for someone who enjoys balancing technical oversight with leadership and project coordination.

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the State of Wisconsin (Required)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in land surveying with at least 2 years in a project management or leadership role
• Strong knowledge of Wisconsin survey standards, statutes, and regulatory processes
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey-related software
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally for site visits and client meetings

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a consulting firm or multidisciplinary office environment
• Previous experience as a Project Manager, completing proposals, and client communication
• Demonstrated success in managing teams or mentoring staff