Sr Level Land Surveyor

Dakota DesignStaff, Inc.; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

A leading surveying company is seeking a Senior Licensed Land Surveyor (PLS) in Greater Boston. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in civil/site development and project management. Responsibilities include leading surveying projects, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates must be licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Massachusetts and have experience in mentoring junior staff. This position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Massachusetts.
• 10+ years of land surveying experience.
• Experience managing survey field crews.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveying projects and supervise teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with engineers and clients.

Skills

Leadership in surveying

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Survey data processing software

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Job Title: Senior Licensed Land Surveyor (PLS)

Position Location: Greater Boston

Approx. Length of Position: Direct Hire

Degree Required: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.

We are looking to hire a Senior Licensed Land Surveyor (PLS) with 10+ years of professional experience to lead surveying projects, supervise teams, and ensure accuracy and compliance with all regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with expertise in boundary, topographic, and construction surveys, who can manage complex projects, mentor junior staff, interface with clients, and provide strategic guidance on surveying matters. Licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Massachusetts is required.

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Massachusetts.
• 10+ years of professional land surveying experience in civil/site development or related sectors.
• Experience managing survey field crews and office staff.
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel to various project sites as required.
• Experience in complex site development, infrastructure, or institutional projects.
• Knowledge of 3D laser scanning, drone surveying, or photogrammetry.
• Experience mentoring and developing survey teams in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Familiarity with permitting and land use processes in Massachusetts and New England.
• Advanced experience integrating survey data into BIM or GIS platforms.
• Prepare, review, and approve survey deliverables, including plats, easement exhibits, legal descriptions, CAD drawings, and GIS data.
• Coordinate with engineers, landscape architects, planners, and clients to integrate survey data into design, permitting, and construction workflows.Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources for surveying activities.

Technical

• Extensive knowledge of boundary law, topographic methods, construction layout, ALTA/NSPS standards, and land development processes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and survey data processing software.