Project Land Surveyor

HR Green, Inc.; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Green, Inc. is seeking a Project Land Surveyor I/II in Illinois to support and lead land surveying efforts across field and office environments, from research through final deliverables.

You will work with project managers, engineers, clients, and contractors to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment, while taking on leadership responsibilities and mentoring junior staff on a range of development, roadway, and municipal infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of progressive experience in land surveying.
• Professional Land Surveyor license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Experience with AutoCAD and other surveying software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and legal descriptions.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support land surveying efforts across field and office.
• Research public records related to land surveys.
• Perform field surveys for boundary, topographic, and construction projects.
• Prepare easement descriptions, plats, and legal descriptions.
• Generate survey plats and support subdivision platting.
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain detailed field notes, data files, and project documentation.
• Lead survey crews and coordinate with office staff.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with clients.
• Identify and address technical, schedule, or financial challenges proactively.
• Contribute to proposals by estimating time and cost for survey services.
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor to junior team members.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Professional Land Surveyor license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Tools

AutoCAD

Surveying software

Microsoft Office

Job description

What if your next role gave you the opportunity to help define the boundaries of the communities being built around you? At HR Green, our Survey team plays a critical role in supporting land development, transportation, and municipal projects by delivering accurate data that everything else is built on. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects across Illinois, including residential and commercial developments, roadway improvements, and municipal infrastructure. You will be part of a growing Survey Group where your work directly contributes to project success and long-term community development.

About The Role

In this role, you will support and lead land surveying efforts across both field and office environments, contributing to projects from initial research through final deliverables.

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, clients, and contractors to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

This role offers a balance of technical work, field involvement, and project leadership.

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to be part of a growing team where you can have a direct impact on projects.

You will gain exposure to a variety of project types while building your leadership skills and technical expertise. This role is ideal for someone who wants to take ownership of their work and play a key role in delivering high quality survey services.

What You Will Be Doing

• Conduct and support research of public records related to land surveys
• Perform or assist with field surveys for boundary, topographic, and construction projects
• Prepare and support the development of easement descriptions, plats, and legal descriptions
• Generate survey plats and support subdivision platting efforts
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations
• Maintain detailed field notes, data files, and project documentation
• Lead and coordinate survey crews and office staff in completing project tasks
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with clients and internal teams
• Identify and address technical, schedule, or financial challenges proactively
• Contribute to proposal development, including estimating time and cost for survey services
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor to junior team members

You Might Be a Great Fit If

• You are ready to take on more ownership in both field and office survey work
• You enjoy working on a variety of projects from development to municipal infrastructure
• You are interested in leading teams and mentoring junior staff
• You value accuracy, problem solving, and delivering high quality work
• You are looking for a role that combines technical work, field experience, and project management

What You Bring

• At least five years of progressive experience in land surveying
• Professional Land Surveyor license or ability to obtain within six months
• Experience with tools such as AutoCAD and other surveying software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and legal descriptions
• Valid driver’s license

Why HR Green

At HR Green, we have a long history of delivering projects that support growing communities and improve how people live and work. Our Survey team is an essential part of that mission. You will have the opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative environment, work on meaningful projects, and be part of a team that values development, accuracy, and long term success.

Benefits

Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.

https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/total-rewards/

Compensation Range

Project Land Surveyor I/II: $78,450.00-128,200.00

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Salary Transparency amendment to the Equal Pay Act of 2003. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, skills, prior work experience, competencies, and geographic work location. The total annual compensation package may consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate, after a qualifying period, in our performance and discretionary incentive bonus program(s).

HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law