Senior Project Surveyor

Senior Project Surveyor (PLS)Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA or Sacramento, CAWork Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in-office / 3 days remote after onboarding)Compensation: Up to $180,000 depending on experience and qualifications.About the OpportunityAn 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.ResponsibilitiesLead surveying and mapping projects from planning through deliveryReview and process field-collected survey dataPrepare and oversee: Boundary surveysALTA surveysTopographic surveys and mappingLegal descriptionsConstruction staking exhibitsPerform and review survey calculations and quality control proceduresCoordinate project schedules, budgets, and deliverablesProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior survey staffSupport proposal development and fee estimatesBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsRequired QualificationsActive California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licenseStrong AutoCAD Civil 3D experience7+ years of land surveying experienceExperience with boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and legal descriptionsStrong office surveying and project delivery backgroundAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyExcellent communication and problem-solving skillsPreferred QualificationsLSIT certification prior to obtaining PLSExperience with Trimble software and workflowsExperience with MicroStationUtility, transportation, infrastructure, or public works project experienceExperience mentoring survey staff or leading project teamsWhy Consider This Opportunity?Hybrid work schedule after onboardingMinimal travel requirementsPrimarily office-based roleOpportunity to serve as a technical leader within a growing survey groupCompetitive compensation and benefits packageExposure to a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, land development, and surveying projectsJob 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 AssistanceWorkplace Type: This is a hybrid position in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.About Actalent: Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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.