Senior Land Surveyor: CAD-Driven Field Leader

Paylocity; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McClure is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to perform complex surveying tasks and produce accurate drawings and maps with minimal supervision. The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Trimble software, plus a PLS license and strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities include coordinating field crews, preparing survey data and reports, and maintaining firm standards for documentation while collaborating with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate's or bachelor’s degree in surveying, civil engineering, or related field.
• Professional Land Surveyor license required; ability to obtain licenses for surrounding states.”

Responsibilities

• Prepare data, charts, plots, maps, and survey documents.
• Establish project survey plans and field/office procedures.
• Lead and supervise proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and invoices.
• Review and prepare survey drawings and deliverables.
• Oversee field crew work and CAD drafting, ensuring tasks meet schedule.

Skills

Surveying systems

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Priority management

Education

Degree in surveying or civil engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

McClure is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to perform complex surveying tasks and produce accurate drawings and maps with minimal supervision. The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Trimble software, plus a PLS license and strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities include coordinating field crews, preparing survey data and reports, and maintaining firm standards for documentation while collaborating with clients and internal teams.