Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

R. Joe Harris & Associates, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

R. Joe Harris & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to lead surveying for land development and civil site design, partnering with engineers to move projects from conception to completion.

The role requires SC licensure or ability to obtain, a bachelor’s in surveying/geomatics, 2+ years of experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GPS/GNSS. You will mentor staff and deliver accurate data for boundary surveys, construction staking, and roadway designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or related field.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GPS/GNSS.
• 2+ years of land surveying experience, preferably in land development and civil site design.
• Strong communication and collaboration with engineers, clients, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveying for land development and civil site work, from boundary surveys to construction staking.
• Provide survey data supporting grading plans, utilities, stormwater systems, and roadway designs.
• Collaborate with civil engineers during planning, design, permitting, and construction phases.
• Utilize GPS, robotic total stations, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D for high-quality deliverables.
• Mentor junior staff and serve as a technical resource for project teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

AutoCAD/Civil 3D proficiency

GPS/GNSS systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in surveying/geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Robotic total stations

Job description

R. Joe Harris & Associates, Inc. is looking for a Professional Land Surveyor who is seeking an opportunity to make an impact in land development and civil site design. You will partner directly with our engineers to deliver accurate surveying services that bring residential, commercial, and municipal projects from conception to completion.

What You'll Do

• Lead surveying for land development and civil site work projects, from boundary surveys to construction staking.
• Provide survey data that supports grading plans, utilities, stormwater systems, and roadway designs.
• Collaborate closely with civil engineers during planning, design, permitting, and construction phases.
• Utilize GPS, robotic total stations, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D for efficient, high-quality deliverables.
• Mentor and guide junior staff while serving as a technical resource for project teams.

What We're Looking For

• Licensed surveyor or able to obtain licensure in South Carolina.
• Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in land surveying, ideally with land development and civil site design projects.
• Proficiency in surveying technology, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GPS/GNSS systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with engineers, clients, and stakeholders.

Why Join Us

• Work on impactful land development projects that shape communities.
• Collaborative environment where surveyors and engineers work hand-in-hand.
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package (health insurance, PTO, and more).
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.