Project Surveyor

Pinnacle Engineering Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A leading land surveying company in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced Project Surveyor to manage and perform various land survey projects. This role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring staff, and collaborating with engineers and clients. Responsibilities include managing project schedules and ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience, a strong knowledge of surveying principles, and familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant surveying experience.
• Strong knowledge of boundary law and surveying principles.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage land surveying projects including boundary and topographic surveys.
• Supervise and mentor survey field crews.
• Ensure compliance with state statutes and professional standards.

Skills

Boundary law knowledge

Surveying principles

Experience with survey equipment

Supervision of survey staff

Project management

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Survey software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Surveyor skilled in managing and performing a variety of land survey projects. The Project Surveyor will provide technical leadership, mentor staff, and collaborate closely with engineers, clients, and public agencies. This role is responsible for overseeing survey operations from fieldwork through final deliverables, ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations, and high-quality service to clients.

What we Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Collaborative team environment with experienced professional
• Exposure to impactful transportation infrastructure projects

Duties and Responsibilities

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform, manage, and oversee land surveying projects including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, record drawing surveys, and construction staking services.
• Prepare, review, and approve survey maps, legal descriptions, and related documents.
• Supervise, train, and mentor survey field crews and technical staff.
• Review field data, calculations, and survey deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct boundary research and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate survey activities with engineers, planners, contractors, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with state statutes, local ordinances, and professional surveying standards.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Maintain organized project records and ensure timely project delivery.
• Uphold safety policies and promote safe work practices in both field and office environments.
• Represent the company professionally in client meetings and project discussions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and company goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant surveying experience.
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, surveying principles, and state regulations.
• Experience with survey equipment and data collection methods.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license (preferred).
• Experience supervising survey staff and field crews (preferred).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, and industry-standard survey software (preferred).
• Prior experience working with public agencies and survey recording processes (preferred).
• Project management or business development experience (preferred).