Professional Surveyor

DISHER; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DISHER is partnering with a Civil Engineering and Surveying firm to recruit a Professional Surveyor for Kalamazoo, Michigan. The role focuses on leading the survey department, overseeing field and office work, and delivering accurate land surveys and staking projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Land Surveying/Geomatics, MI Professional Surveyor registration, and 6–8 years of relevant experience, with strong leadership and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics or equivalent.
• Professional Surveyor registration in Michigan.
• 6–8 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Hands-on leadership and strong project management.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Commitment to team and client success.

Responsibilities

• Manage survey department including staff, equipment and workload.
• Develop proposals and estimates for land survey, topographic survey and construction staking clients.
• Oversee and manage land surveying projects within timelines, budgets and regulatory compliance.
• Provide communication between clients, staff and government agencies.
• Perform survey field work: topographic, boundary and construction staking.
• Prepare and review boundary and topographic surveys, ALTA/ACSM surveys, subdivision plans, easement exhibits.
• Create legal descriptions and manage survey projects to timely completion.
• Maintain quality control measures to verify survey data accuracy.
• Provide guidance on current surveying technologies and methods.

Skills

Project management

Surveying

Field work

Boundary surveys

Topographic surveys

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Land Surveying or Geomatics

Job description

Professional Surveyor – Kalamazoo, Michigan

DISHER is currently partnering with a Civil Engineering and Surveying firm that provides architects, owners, developers, and municipalities with a defined, responsive solution.Their goal is to leave a positive, permanent impact on their clients and the communities in which they work and live and create an environment where the team can build a rewarding career.

What it’s like to work here:

This company operates under core values of unwavering integrity, prioritizing people, deliberately detailed, complete ownership, simplicity, and continuous improvement. They strive to make the office a relaxed and welcoming environment where you can exceed professionally, give back to the community, and know your work is making a difference.

What you'll get to do:

• Assist with management of the survey department including staff, equipment and workload, providing professional and technological direction.
• Develop proposals and estimates for land survey, topographic survey and construction staking clients.
• Oversee and manage land surveying projects ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide excellent communication between clients, staff, and government agencies.
• Perform survey field work, including site topographic survey, boundary survey and construction staking.
• Prepare and review boundary and topographical surveys, ALTA/ACSM surveys, subdivision plans, and easement exhibits.
• Create legal descriptions and manage survey projects to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Maintain quality control measures to verify survey data accuracy and completeness.
• Provide guidance on current and emerging surveying technologies and methods.

What will make you successful:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics or equivalent.
• Registration as Professional Surveyor in the State of Michigan.
• 6-8 years of experience is preferred.
• The ideal candidate will be a “hands on” leader.
• Strong Project management experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Possess a commitment to the success of your team and clients.