Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) – Birmingham, Alabama

Aspls; Birmingham (AL); Híbrido; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ASPLS in Birmingham, Alabama seeks an experienced Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead our surveying team from field to final deliverables. You will oversee field crews, review data, and ensure accuracy of plats, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and site plans.

The ideal candidate holds an Alabama PLS license (active or eligible for reactivation) and is proficient with Carlson Software, GPS/GNSS, and CAD tools, following Alabama standards.

Formación

• Active Alabama PLS license or eligibility for reactivation.
• (no trailing spaces)
• Experience in construction staking and site surveying.
• Strong knowledge of ALTA/NSPS surveys and as-builts.
• Ability to review field data, calculations, plats and deliverables.
• Proficiency with modern surveying equipment and GPS/GNSS.
• Experience coordinating field crews with contractors and engineers.
• Understanding of Alabama surveying standards and requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee field crew operations from stakeout to final deliverables.
• Monitor data quality and ensure accurate plats and surveys.
• Prepare or review surveys, plans, and related documents.
• Coordinate with engineers, developers and property owners.

Conocimientos

Construction/site surveying

ALTA/NSPS surveys

Boundary & topographic surveys

GPS/GNSS equipment

Project management

Field data review

Survey software

Communication

Herramientas

Carlson Software

Total Station

CAD tools

Descripción del empleo

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) – Birmingham, Alabama

18 Sep 2026 2:17 PM | ASPLS (Administrator)

About the job

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) – Birmingham, Alabama

We are seeking an experienced Professional Land Surveyor

to join our established surveying operation in Birmingham, Alabama.

This is an opportunity for an experienced surveyor who wants to take a meaningful role in an established business without necessarily being tied to a traditional office schedule every day. We are open to discussing a

for the right person.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience with

construction and site surveying

and be comfortable overseeing survey work from the field crew through final deliverables.

What we're looking for:

• Professional Land Surveyor licensed in Alabama , or previously licensed in Alabama with an inactive license that is eligible for reactivation
• Strong experience with construction/site surveying
• Experience with construction staking, boundary and topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, as-builts, site plans and related field work
• Ability to review and oversee field data, calculations, plats and survey deliverables
• Working knowledge of modern surveying equipment, GPS/GNSS and survey software
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively with field crews, contractors, engineers, developers and property owners
• Strong understanding of Alabama surveying standards and professional requirements

License:

Alabama PLS required — active or eligible for reactivation

We are particularly interested in someone who enjoys the practical side of surveying and understands construction sites — not simply someone looking for a review position. We are a small company, not a cube farm of cad draftsman.

Compensation will be competitive and based on experience, qualifications and the level of responsibility the candidate is prepared to take on.

Qualifications

• Current Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Alabama or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
• We use Carlson Software and field equipment
• Strong proficiency in Land Surveying and Surveying across commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects.
• Hands‑on experience conducting Topographic Surveys and Building Surveying for design, planning, and compliance purposes.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot Total Station and related surveying instruments and equipment.
• Current Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Alabama or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Working knowledge of surveying software, CAD tools, and relevant state and local regulations.
• Effective communication skills and ability to lead and mentor field staff safely and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in varying field conditions.