Senior Project Surveyor

Actalent; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

401k with company match

Vacation & Holidays

Hybrid schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Project Surveyor (PLS) in California to lead surveying and mapping projects from planning through delivery. The position is primarily office-based with limited field work and offers mentorship to junior staff and ongoing client coordination.

Qualified candidates must hold a California PLS license, have strong AutoCAD Civil 3D experience, and 7+ years of land surveying work, including boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and legal descriptions.

Qualifications

• Active California PLS license is required.
• Strong AutoCAD Civil 3D experience.
• 7+ years of land surveying experience.
• Experience with boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and legal descriptions.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveying and mapping projects from planning through delivery.
• Review and process field-collected survey data.
• Prepare and oversee boundary surveys and ALTA surveys.
• Perform topographic surveys and mapping.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior survey staff.
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support proposal development and fee estimates.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

CA PLS license

AutoCAD Civil 3D

7+ years surveying

Boundary surveys

Topographic mapping

Legal descriptions

Office surveying

Project management

Communication skills

Tools

Trimble software

MicroStation

Job description

Senior Project Surveyor (PLS)

Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA or Sacramento, CA Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in-office / 3 days remote after onboarding) Compensation: Up to $180,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

About the Opportunity

An established California engineering and geospatial consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Surveyor to support land surveying and mapping projects throughout the state. This role is ideal for a licensed Professional Land Surveyor who enjoys a blend of technical project delivery, staff mentorship, client interaction, and project coordination. The position is primarily office-based with little to no routine field work and offers long-term growth opportunities within a well-established organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveying and mapping projects from planning through delivery
• Review and process field-collected survey data
• Prepare and oversee: Boundary surveys
• ALTA surveys
• Topographic surveys and mapping
• Legal descriptions
• Construction staking exhibits
• Perform and review survey calculations and quality control procedures
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior survey staff
• Support proposal development and fee estimates
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

Required Qualifications

• Active California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
• Strong AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
• 7+ years of land surveying experience
• Experience with boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and legal descriptions
• Strong office surveying and project delivery background
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• LSIT certification prior to obtaining PLS
• Experience with Trimble software and workflows
• Experience with MicroStation
• Utility, transportation, infrastructure, or public works project experience
• Experience mentoring survey staff or leading project teams

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hybrid work schedule after onboarding
• Minimal travel requirements
• Primarily office-based role
• Opportunity to serve as a technical leader within a growing survey group
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, land development, and surveying projects

Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $180000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options
• 401k Plan with a Generous Company Match and Fully Vested
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Flexible Work Schedule (Hybrid Remote; 9/80; Half-day Fridays, etc.)
• Professional Development Assistance

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Rancho Cucamonga,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.