Senior Surveyor, Land Development

R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc.; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus opportunities

Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401k and additional insurance options

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in California is seeking a Senior Surveyor to join their Land Development team in Folsom. This role involves overseeing complex surveying operations and mentoring junior staff while ensuring high-quality project deliverables. The ideal candidate must hold a California PLS license and have over 10 years of experience in land development. This position offers a competitive salary range of $128,000 to $180,000 along with comprehensive benefits in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in land development or infrastructure surveying.
• Proven ability to lead teams and mentor junior staff.
• Strong understanding of boundary law and construction staking.

Responsibilities

• Lead land development survey projects including boundary resolution and topographic mapping.
• Mentor survey technicians and support staff development.
• Manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules.

Skills

Expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Expertise in MicroStation

Strong understanding of subdivision mapping

Excellent communication skills

Education

California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Senior Surveyor – Land Development (Folsom, CA)
R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc.
📍 Folsom, California | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

About R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc. is a California-based civil engineering and land surveying firm with over 30 years of experience providing planning, design, and surveying services for public and private clients across the state. Our work shapes communities through innovation, precision, and collaboration.

We’re seeking a Senior Surveyor to join our Land Development team in Folsom. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced survey professional to work closely with our Principal Surveyor and play a key role in leading and mentoring our talented field and office staff.

Position Overview

The Senior Surveyor will oversee surveying operations that support our growing team. This position involves managing complex projects, providing technical guidance, and ensuring high-quality deliverables for residential, commercial, and mixed‑use development projects. As a leader within the Survey Department, this individual will assist the Principal Surveyor with technical oversight, staff development, and client coordination — helping drive operational excellence and long‑term team growth.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Project Leadership

• Lead land development survey projects including boundary resolution, topographic mapping, and construction calculations.
• Review and approve survey deliverables including plats, legal descriptions, and records of survey.
• Ensure all survey work meets R.E.Y. standards, client expectations, and applicable state regulations.
• Oversee QA/QC on survey computations, mapping, and data integration with Civil 3D and MicroStation.

Team Development & Mentorship

• Mentor survey technicians, surveyors‑in‑training, and field crews.
• Support staff training, performance development, and workflow improvement.
• Collaborate with the Principal Surveyor to create a cohesive, growth‑oriented team culture.

Project Management & Coordination

• Manage project scopes, budgets, and schedules for multiple concurrent assignments.
• Coordinate with engineering and design teams to support integrated project delivery.
• Communicate directly with clients, subconsultants, and local agencies.

Qualifications

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
• 10+ years of professional experience in land development or infrastructure surveying.
• Expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Trimble Business Center.
• Strong understanding of subdivision mapping, boundary law, and construction staking.
• Proven ability to lead teams and mentor junior staff.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Why Join R.E.Y.

• Partner with our Principal Surveyor to shape the future of our Land Development Survey team.
• Work on high‑profile projects across Northern California.
• Be part of a supportive, people‑first culture that values technical excellence and professional growth.
• Competitive salary range: $128,000 – $180,000
  • Plus bonus opportunities
• Full benefits including: medical, dental, vision, 401k and additional insurance options.