Professional Land Surveyor PSM / PLS

Actalent; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor (PSM/PLS) in Port Orange, FL, to lead a diverse portfolio including submerged land leases, condominium documents, platting, and residential development. You will manage projects from initial research through deliverables, guiding field and office teams and maintaining strong client relations.

The role requires a Florida PSM license, robust surveying experience, and the ability to mentor junior staff while ensuring quality and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Active Florida PSM license required.
• Experience with submerged land leases, condominium documents, platting, and residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of boundary surveying, legal descriptions, easements, and rights‑of‑way.
• Proficiency with surveying drafting software and data collection tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage land surveying projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare boundary/topographic surveys, legal descriptions, plats, and related deliverables.
• Oversee submerged land leases and waterfront projects for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate subdivision platting and residential development with clients and agencies.
• Direct construction layout and verification surveys across multiple project types.
• Research deeds, plats, easements, and land records to support decisions.
• Mentor field and office staff; ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

Skills

FL PSM license

Land surveying experience

Boundary & legal descriptions

GPS/GNSS & total stations

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership & mentoring

Valid FL driver’s license

Tools

Surveying software

Job description

Job Title: Professional Land Surveyor (PSM / PLS)

This position offers an opportunity for an experienced Professional Land Surveyor / Professional Surveyor and Mapper to join a long-established, family-operated land surveying and engineering services firm. The role involves managing a diverse portfolio of projects, including submerged land leases, condominium documents, platting, construction layout, and residential housing developments. You will oversee projects from initial research through final deliverables, provide technical guidance to field and office teams, and maintain strong relationships with clients and project partners while upholding high standards of quality and professional judgment.

Job Description

This position offers an opportunity for an experienced Professional Land Surveyor / Professional Surveyor and Mapper to join a long-established, family-operated land surveying and engineering services firm. The role involves managing a diverse portfolio of projects, including submerged land leases, condominium documents, platting, construction layout, and residential housing developments. You will oversee projects from initial research through final deliverables, provide technical guidance to field and office teams, and maintain strong relationships with clients and project partners while upholding high standards of quality and professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Manage land surveying projects from inception through completion, including defining scope, developing schedules, coordinating resources, and ensuring quality control.
• Prepare and review boundary and topographic surveys, legal descriptions, sketches, plats, condominium survey documents, and related deliverables.
• Oversee surveying work associated with submerged land leases, waterfront properties, and riparian boundaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Coordinate subdivision platting and residential development projects with clients, engineers, title professionals, and reviewing agencies to support timely approvals and successful outcomes.
• Direct construction layout and verification surveys for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects, ensuring field crews follow project requirements and design intent.
• Research deeds, recorded plats, easements, rights‑of‑way, and other land records to evaluate boundary and title matters and support sound professional decisions.
• Guide field and office staff in data collection, calculations, drafting, and project documentation, providing clear direction and technical support.
• Review work products for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable surveying standards, regulations, and project specifications.
• Sign and seal surveying documents within the scope of licensure and responsible charge, taking professional responsibility for the quality and integrity of the work.
• Mentor and support both field and office personnel, fostering a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and professional development.

Essential Skills

• Active Florida Professional Surveyor and Mapper (PSM) license.
• Diversified land surveying experience, including submerged land leases, condominium documents, platting, construction surveying, and residential housing projects.
• Strong knowledge of boundary surveying principles, legal descriptions, easements, rights‑of‑way, and land development procedures.
• Proficiency with surveying and drafting software used for mapping, calculations, and preparation of survey documents.
• Hands‑on experience with GPS/GNSS equipment, total stations, and modern data collection methods.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to address complex technical issues in the field and office.
• Clear and professional communication skills for interacting with clients, project stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and a willingness to mentor field and office staff.
• Valid Florida drivers license and a clean driving record for operating a company vehicle as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on waterfront properties and riparian boundary issues.
• Background in coordinating with engineers, title professionals, and reviewing agencies on subdivision and residential development projects.
• Familiarity with condominium survey documentation and associated regulatory requirements.
• Comfort providing guidance and training to junior surveyors, technicians, and field crews.
• Commitment to quality work, professional ethics, and adherence to applicable surveying standards and regulations.

Work Environment

You will work within a family-owned land surveying and engineering services firm that has operated for more than 40 years, offering a stable and collaborative environment. The role involves a mix of office‑based work, where you will prepare and review survey documents using surveying and drafting software, and field‑based work, where you will support and direct crews using GPS/GNSS equipment, total stations, and modern data collection tools. You will regularly collaborate with clients, engineers, title professionals, and reviewing agencies, contributing to a team‑oriented culture focused on quality, accuracy, and client service. Field work may require travel to various project sites and operation of a company vehicle under a valid Florida drivers license and clean driving record.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Port Orange, FL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Port Orange, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Port Orange,FL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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