Sr. Surveyor

Apex Companies; Somerset (Somerset County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized health/dental

Life, disability insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Bonuses and incentives

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC. is seeking a Senior Professional Licensed Surveyor to lead boundary, topographic, and ALTA survey projects from proposal to final deliverable. You will supervise field crews, oversee QA/QC, and provide survey support for design and construction across the region.

The ideal candidate has an active P.L.S. license, 8+ years of experience, and strong knowledge of boundary law, AS/NZS standards, and geospatial workflows.

Qualifications

• Must hold Professional Land Surveyor (P.L.S.) license or ability to obtain licensure by reciprocity.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Surveying / Geomatics / Civil Engineering Tech preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive survey experience with PM and supervision.
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, ALTA/NSPS standards, and land development surveys.
• Experience with Carlson, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble software, and GNSS equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, ROW, and construction stakeout projects.
• Serve as Surveyor of Record; certify and seal plats, maps and legal descriptions.
• Supervise field crews, UAV operations, and office technicians for quality and safety.
• Maintain survey control networks using GNSS, total stations, and levels.
• QA/QC field data, calculations, CADD deliverables, and final products.
• Coordinate activities with PMs, engineers, clients, and agencies.
• Review drawings and support design, construction layout, and infrastructure projects.
• Mentor junior staff; promote OSHA-compliant safe work practices.

Skills

P.L.S. license

License reciprocity

Boundary law knowledge

Deed interpretation

ALTA/NSPS standards

Project management

Team supervision

Communication skills

GNSS / total stations

UAV mapping

LiDAR data workflows

CADD deliverables

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Surveying / Geomatics / Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Carlson Survey

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Trimble GNSS equipment

Conventional survey instruments

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized.
Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.

Your Responsibilities as a Professional Licensed Surveyor

• Manage and oversee boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, construction stakeout, as-built, and control survey projects from proposal through final deliverables.
• Serve as Surveyor of Record and prepare, review, certify, and seal survey plats, maps, legal descriptions, and related documents in accordance with state regulations.
• Direct and supervise survey field crews, UAV operations, and office technicians to ensure quality, safety, and project efficiency.
• Establish, verify, and maintain survey control networks using GNSS, total stations, digital levels, and conventional survey methodologies.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of field data, calculations, CADD deliverables, and final survey products.
• Conduct boundary analysis, deed research, title review, easement interpretation, and right-of-way investigations.
• Coordinate survey activities with project managers, engineers, clients, contractors, utility companies, and regulatory agencies.
• Review construction drawings and provide survey support for design, construction layout, and infrastructure projects.
• Utilize and oversee data processing workflows using Carlson, Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other geospatial software platforms.
• Support aerial mapping, photogrammetry, LiDAR, and UAV data acquisition and processing efforts.
• Prepare project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and technical reports while ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Mentor and develop junior survey staff while promoting safe work practices and compliance with OSHA regulations.

What We're Looking For

• Professional Land Surveyor (P.L.S.) license in Pennsylvania, or the ability to obtain Pennsylvania licensure through reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe is preferred.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive survey experience, including project management and supervision of survey personnel.
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, deed interpretation, easements, ALTA/NSPS standards, and land development surveys.
• Demonstrated experience managing topographic, boundary, construction, utility, transportation, and geospatial mapping projects.
• Proficiency with Carlson Survey, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Trimble GNSS equipment, and conventional survey instrumentation.
• Familiarity with UAV mapping, photogrammetry, LiDAR, and geospatial data collection technologies is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, public agencies, and project team members.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to occasionally perform field work, including traversing uneven terrain and lifting survey equipment when required.
• Remote work is available but will need to be in the region for potential field visits
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additionally licensed in or have the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe within the states of; Maryland, New Jersey, West Virginia, or Virgina.
• Experience with PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, municipal, utility, energy, or land development projects.
• Experience managing multidiscipline surveying and geospatial mapping programs.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us

• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
• Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of environmental projects.
• Performance-based bonuses and other incentives.
• Opportunities for continued technical and professional development.
• The opportunity to work alongside some of the best and brightest professionals in the environmental industry.
• Join a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the United States.

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