Professional Land Surveyor

Jobtailor; Scott (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a professional land surveyor in Scott, LA to measure and map land features, boundaries, and ALTA/topographic data. You will use modern surveying tools, CAD software, and historical records to verify boundaries for clients, including government entities and developers.

The role requires a B.S. in surveying or civil engineering and a valid PLS license, plus strong problem‑solving, time management, and field experience. Willingness to work outdoors is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying or civil engineering.
• Professional Land Surveying license.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of mapping concepts.
• Self-motivated with good time management and ability to work outdoors.
• Experience with computer drafting programs.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record precise distances and angles for land surveys.
• Use surveying equipment, CAD, and databases to collect data.
• Research maps and land records to verify boundaries.
• Create reports and maps from field measurements.
• Prepare 2D maps and 3D renderings of property features.
• Establish official land/water boundaries for various clients.
• Coordinate with architects and engineers on land development.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

CAD experience

Outdoor work

Education

B.S. in Surveying

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Measure and record precise distances and angles on, above or below the land surface, including boundary points, ALTAs, topographical features and other designated markers.
• Use a variety of modern surveying equipment, manual recording, computer-aided drafting programs and databases to collect and record data of geological areas according to project requirements.
• Research historical maps, land records, previous survey results and land title information as needed to compare and verify current measurements and resolve questions of boundary lines.
• Create reports and maps according to customer or project requirements containing information from field measurements, boundary markers and topographical features.
• Prepare two-dimensional maps and three-dimensional computer renderings of property features, such as boundary lines, geological points of interest, existing structures, water features and utility lines.
• Follow accepted legal procedures to establish official land and water boundaries for government agencies, real estate developers and private parties to be used during property sales, leases and disputes.
• Communicate with architects, engineers and construction personnel as needed during land development projects to verify geological and property boundary data and contribute to building design as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying or civil engineering.
• Professional Land Surveying license.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of mapping concepts.
• Self‑motivated with good time management and ability to work outdoors and walk as needed.
• Experience with computer drafting programs.