Registered Land Surveyor

SCHEMMER ASSOCIATES INC; Omaha, Lincoln (NE, NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life, STD and LTD insurance

PTO (paid time off)

401(k) plan with employer match

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

SCHEMMER ASSOCIATES INC. seeks an experienced Registered Land Surveyor to lead and support diverse surveying projects across commercial, municipal, and infrastructure markets in Omaha, NE. You will oversee field data collection through final plats and client deliverables while maintaining high quality standards.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with engineers and project managers, and ensure compliance with licensing and local regulations for accurate, timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or Registered Land Surveyor (RLS) license in Nebraska, or eligible by reciprocity.
• Associates degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred in surveying/geomatics or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive land surveying experience with project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage land surveying projects including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction surveys.
• Review and certify survey documents, plats, and legal descriptions.
• Oversee field crews and provide technical guidance for accuracy and efficiency.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, and project managers for integrated delivery.
• Ensure compliance with state/local regulations, standards, and licensing requirements.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client communication for survey work.
• Mentor and develop junior survey staff and field personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring staff

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying/Geomatics

Tools

Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

GPS

Robotic total stations

Drone data collection

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Omaha, NE 68154, Position Type: Full Time, SCHEMMER is seeking a Registered Land Surveyor to lead and support a variety of land surveying projects across commercial, municipal, and infrastructure markets. This role is responsible for overseeing survey projects, ensuring technical accuracy, and contributing to project delivery from field data collection through final plats and client deliverables.

This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and play a key role in maintaining high-quality standards across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage land surveying projects, including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction surveys
• Review and certify survey documents, plats, and legal descriptions
• Oversee field crews and provide technical guidance to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, and project managers to support integrated project delivery
• Ensure compliance with state and local regulations, standards, and licensing requirements
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client communication for survey-related work
• Mentor and develop junior survey staff and field personnel

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or Registered Land Surveyor (RLS) license in Nebraska (or ability to obtain via reciprocity)
• Associates Degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of progressive land surveying experience, including project leadership
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, survey principles, and industry standards (ALTA/NSPS, etc.)
• Proficiency with survey software (e.g., Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or similar)
• Experience with GPS, robotic total stations, and data collection technology. Drone experience a plus.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

This licensed surveyor position earns a competitive salary, based on skills and experience.

Benefits

• We also offer outstanding benefits, including health, dental, and vision.
• Life, STD and LTD insurance at no cost, paid time off (PTO), a section 125 plan, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and educational reimbursement.