Senior Project Surveyor

Gaskins + LeCraw; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading surveying firm in Kansas City is seeking a Senior Project Surveyor to lead large-scale land surveying projects. Responsibilities include managing project schedules, overseeing field staff, and mentoring junior surveyors. The ideal candidate must be a Licensed Professional Surveyor in Kansas and Missouri with over 10 years of experience in ALTA/NSPS surveys. Strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are essential. The position requires full-time availability from Monday to Friday with possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Surveyor (LPS) in Kansas and Missouri is required.
• 10 or more years of experience as a Licensed Professional Surveyor is necessary.
• Experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys and construction staking is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage land surveying projects focusing on complex assignments.
• Supervise field and office staff to ensure accuracy.
• Mentor junior survey staff and provide technical expertise.
• Oversee project budgets and ensure client alignment.

Skills

Licensed Professional Surveyor (LPS)

10+ years of experience

Leadership and mentoring skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Leica

Trimble

Job description

Gaskins + LeCraw and BHC have joined the Pape-Dawson family!

Pape-Dawson is currently seeking a Senior Project Surveyor for their Kansas City office. This position provides expert leadership and management of large-scale and complex land surveying projects. This role also serves as a mentor to junior surveyors and ensures the highest quality standards in deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of land surveying projects, with a focus on high-profile and complex assignments.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of field and office staff, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive project plans.
• Mentor junior survey staff, providing training and technical expertise.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring alignment with client expectations and organizational goals.
• Perform advanced boundary resolution and oversee boundary construction and related issues.
• Review and sign off on all survey deliverables, including drawings, legal descriptions, and reports.
• Identify and address potential project risks, developing mitigation strategies as necessary.
• Implement best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Professional Surveyor (LPS) in Kansas and Missouri. A plus if licensed in adjoining states (OK, AR, NE, CO).
• 10+ years of experience as a Licensed Professional Surveyor.
• Extensive experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys for design, and construction staking.
• Must have experience with Leica and/or Trimble.
• Must have experience with and been through a Planning Commission process for projects.
• Must be aware of and how to deal with Project Insurance issues.
• Proven expertise in resolving complex boundary issues and managing large-scale projects.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a focus on team development.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, resources, and invoicing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on client engagement.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
• Dependable and capable of leading multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.