Senior Professional Land Surveyor

Senior Professional Surveyor - Project Manager (PS/PLS)

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking a Senior Professional Surveyor - Project Manager (PS/PLS) to join our growing team in either our Martinsburg, West Virginia office. This is an opportunity for an experienced survey professional to lead project delivery, mentor staff, and play a key role in the continued growth of our surveying practice. You'll work across a diverse range of projects while contributing to both technical execution and client development, with the opportunity to expand your impact over time.

You'll partner with internal leadership to support the development of the team while building relationships with clients and contributing to the growth of survey services in the region.

Responsibilities

• Manage boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, utility, route, and construction survey projects
• Develop proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for survey projects
• Oversee field and office staff to ensure high-quality, accurate, and timely deliverables
• Perform QA/QC on survey data, calculations, and final deliverables
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and government agencies throughout the project lifecycle
• Mentor junior staff and support professional development, including goal setting and training
• Partner with senior leadership to support team development and growth of the survey practice
• Build and maintain client relationships, with the opportunity to contribute to business development efforts over time

At CEC, you'll have the opportunity to take on a leadership role within a growing survey practice, with the ability to influence both project delivery and the future direction of our services. Our West Virginia operations, including offices in Bridgeport, Charleston, and Martinsburg, continue to expand as part of CEC's broader growth across the region. You'll work alongside experienced leadership and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to a diverse mix of projects while helping to develop talent and strengthen client relationships.

We maintain a strong project foundation while encouraging our leaders to build relationships, identify opportunities, and play an active role in the continued growth of the practice.

If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise, mentorship, and the opportunity to grow a client base over time, CEC offers the platform to expand your career and make a meaningful impact.

What We Offer

• 100% employee-owned firm with a path to ownership within your first year
• Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including bonuses and stock ownership
• 55% of profits distributed through employee bonuses
• Opportunity to play a key role in growing and shaping a survey practice
• Diverse project portfolio across commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors
• Flexible hybrid work schedule options
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (healthcare, dental, vision), along with a 401(k) with company match and profit sharing beginning the first of the month following your start date
• A collaborative environment that supports mentorship, leadership development, and long-term growth

Qualifications

• 10+ years of land surveying experience
• Professional Land Surveyor (PS/PLS) license (WV or ability to obtain via reciprocity)
• Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey data processing software (e.g., Trimble Business Center)
• Deep understanding of GPS/GNSS, control networks, and modern survey methods
• Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and client expectations
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting sectors such as real estate, energy, and public/private infrastructure
• Experience with UAV, LiDAR, or remote sensing technologies is a plus

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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