Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

Danch, Harner & Associates Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Danch, Harner & Associates, Inc. in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking an experienced Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead and oversee land surveying projects.

You will provide technical direction to field crews, coordinate with engineers and clients, and ensure accuracy and compliance across boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, and construction surveys. Qualified candidates hold an active PLS license, preferably in Indiana or eligible by comity, with 5+ years of surveying experience and

Qualifications

• Active PLS license in Indiana or other state with comity eligibility.
• Minimum 5 years of professional land surveying experience.
• Degree in Surveying/Geomatics/Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of boundary surveying and legal descriptions.
• Experience with ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic and construction surveys.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Carlson.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee land surveying projects from planning to deliverables.
• Perform and review boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, construction surveys.
• Research deeds, plats, easements, property records, and legal descriptions.
• Review field data, survey calculations, and drawings for accuracy.
• Prepare and review survey plats, legal descriptions, and related documents.
• Provide technical direction to field crews and surveying personnel.
• Coordinate with engineers, PMs, clients and other professionals.
• Ensure compliance with surveying standards and state requirements.
• Manage multiple projects and maintain schedules and deadlines.

Skills

Boundary surveying

AutoCAD & Carlson

GPS/GNSS surveying

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Surveying/Geomatics/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson

GPS/GNSS equipment

Robotic total stations

Job description

Danch, Harner & Associates, Inc. (DHA) is seeking an experienced and motivated Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our team in South Bend, Indiana.

We are looking for a knowledgeable surveying professional who takes pride in accuracy, technical excellence, and delivering quality work. The successful candidate will oversee surveying projects, provide technical leadership, and work closely with our engineering and surveying teams on a variety of public and private sector projects.

This is an opportunity to take an active role in managing projects, solving technical challenges, and contributing to a growing portfolio of engineering and surveying work.

Candidates holding an active Professional Land Surveyor license in Indiana or another state with the ability to obtain Indiana licensure through comity are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee land surveying projects from initial planning through final deliverables.
Perform and review boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, construction, and other land surveys.
Research deeds, plats, easements, property records, and legal descriptions.
Review field data, survey calculations, and drawings for accuracy.
Prepare and review survey plats, legal descriptions, and related documents.
Provide technical direction and oversight to field crews and surveying personnel.
Coordinate with engineers, project managers, clients, and other professionals.
Ensure compliance with applicable surveying standards, regulations, and state requirements.
Manage multiple projects and maintain schedules and deadlines.
DHA offers the opportunity to work with an experienced team on a diverse range of projects while taking on meaningful professional responsibility.

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Indiana OR an active PLS license in another state with eligibility to obtain Indiana licensure by comity.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional land surveying experience preferred.
• Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of boundary surveying, property research, legal descriptions, and survey calculations.
• Experience with ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Carlson.
• Experience with GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic total stations, and modern surveying technology.
• Ability to review and interpret deeds, plats, easements, and other property documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and oversee surveying personnel.