Professional Land Surveyor (PLS): Boundary & Topo Expert

Jackola Engineering & Architecture; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Professional development assistance

Licensing fees paid

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Jackola Engineering & Architecture in Bozeman, MT, is seeking an experienced Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our team. You will support a variety of projects across Montana with boundary, topographic, floodplain, and land development surveys.

You will collaborate with engineers, architects, planners, clients, and agencies. Travel throughout Montana and the surrounding region is required, with opportunity to grow within a full-service design team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
• Willingness to travel across Montana and surrounding region.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and boundary determinations.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform complex surveying tasks including construction staking and boundary/topographic surveys.
• Research maps, land records, deeds, and prior survey data to support project needs.
• Complete boundary reductions and data processing using CAD/survey software.
• Maintain accuracy of project survey data and ensure compliance with standards and quality expectations.
• Review survey production, field notes, and deliverables for quality control.
• Conduct ALTA/NSPS surveys, floodplain surveys, and site staking for projects.

Skills

Travel willingness

Independent work

Attention to detail

Client relationships

Tools

Trimble Survey Equipment

Trimble Access

Autodesk Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Jackola Engineering & Architecture in Bozeman, MT, is seeking an experienced Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our team. You will support a variety of projects across Montana with boundary, topographic, floodplain, and land development surveys.

You will collaborate with engineers, architects, planners, clients, and agencies. Travel throughout Montana and the surrounding region is required, with opportunity to grow within a full-service design team.