Professional Licensed Surveyor

apexcompanies; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a Senior Surveyor in the United States to lead boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and right-of-way projects from proposal through final deliverables. You will supervise field crews, ensure QA/QC, prepare legal descriptions, and seal documents as Surveyor of Record under state regulations.

Qualified candidates hold a PLS license (PA preferred), a related degree, 8+ years of experience, and proficiency with Carlson, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble BCenter, GNSS, and UAV

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive survey experience, including project management and supervision of survey personnel.
• Professional Land Surveyor license in Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity.
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, deed interpretation, ALTA/NSPS standards, and land development surveys.
• Experience managing topographic, boundary, construction, utility, transportation, and geospatial mapping projects.
• Proficiency with Carlson Survey, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Trimble GNSS equipment, and conventional survey instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, construction stakeout, as-built, and control survey projects from proposal through final deliverables.
• Serve as Surveyor of Record and prepare, review, certify, and seal survey plats, maps, legal descriptions, and related documents in accordance with state regulations.
• Direct and supervise survey field crews, UAV operations, and office technicians to ensure quality, safety, and project efficiency.
• Establish, verify, and maintain survey control networks using GNSS, total stations, digital levels, and conventional survey methodologies.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of field data, calculations, CADD deliverables, and final survey products.
• Conduct boundary analysis, deed research, title review, easement interpretation, and right-of-way investigations.
• Coordinate survey activities with project managers, engineers, clients, contractors, utility companies, and regulatory agencies.
• Review construction drawings and provide survey support for design, construction layout, and infrastructure projects.
• Utilize and oversee data processing workflows using Carlson, Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other geospatial software platforms.
• Support aerial mapping, photogrammetry, LiDAR, and UAV data acquisition and processing efforts.
• Prepare project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and technical reports while ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Mentor and develop junior survey staff while promoting safe work practices and compliance with OSHA regulations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field

Tools

Carlson Survey

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Trimble GNSS

UAV mapping

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm-we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.

Your Responsibilities as a Professional Licensed Surveyor

• Manage and oversee boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, construction stakeout, as-built, and control survey projects from proposal through final deliverables.
• Serve as Surveyor of Record and prepare, review, certify, and seal survey plats, maps, legal descriptions, and related documents in accordance with state regulations.
• Direct and supervise survey field crews, UAV operations, and office technicians to ensure quality, safety, and project efficiency.
• Establish, verify, and maintain survey control networks using GNSS, total stations, digital levels, and conventional survey methodologies.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of field data, calculations, CADD deliverables, and final survey products.
• Conduct boundary analysis, deed research, title review, easement interpretation, and right-of-way investigations.
• Coordinate survey activities with project managers, engineers, clients, contractors, utility companies, and regulatory agencies.
• Review construction drawings and provide survey support for design, construction layout, and infrastructure projects.
• Utilize and oversee data processing workflows using Carlson, Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other geospatial software platforms.
• Support aerial mapping, photogrammetry, LiDAR, and UAV data acquisition and processing efforts.
• Prepare project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and technical reports while ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Mentor and develop junior survey staff while promoting safe work practices and compliance with OSHA regulations.

What We're Looking For

• Professional Land Surveyor (P.L.S.) license in Pennsylvania, or the ability to obtain Pennsylvania licensure through reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive survey experience, including project management and supervision of survey personnel.
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, deed interpretation, easements, ALTA/NSPS standards, and land development surveys.
• Demonstrated experience managing topographic, boundary, construction, utility, transportation, and geospatial mapping projects.
• Proficiency with Carlson Survey, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Trimble GNSS equipment, and conventional survey instrumentation.
• Familiarity with UAV mapping, photogrammetry, LiDAR, and geospatial data collection technologies is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, public agencies, and project team members.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to occasionally perform field work, including traversing uneven terrain and lifting survey equipment when required.
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additionally licensed in or have the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe within the states of; Maryland, New Jersey, West Virginia, or Virgina.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Experience with PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, municipal, utility, energy, or land development projects.
• Experience managing multidiscipline surveying and geospatial mapping programs.

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Apex Job Title: Sr. Surveyor

Req ID: 11945