Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

Abaci Consulting Inc

Professional Land Surveyor (Pls)

Abaci Consulting, Inc. is seeking a full-time Professional Land Surveyor (Pls) to join our team in Grimes, Iowa. This position will oversee land survey, residential site plan, and subdivision platting projects in the Des Moines metro and throughout Central Iowa under the direction of the Land Survey Director.

Responsibilities:

Establish plans to ensure efficiency and quality on preliminary and final land survey projects
Research of land records and deeds
Manage and assist survey crews conducting survey activities, including but not limited to boundary surveys, plat of surveys, and rural subdivisions
Prepare legal descriptions
Prepare bids/proposals for land survey projects

Background, Experience & Credentials:

Iowa license as a Professional Land Surveyor
Associate's degree (or higher) in Land Surveying/Civil Engineering Technology/Math
Valid driver's license and insured

Personal And Professional Attributes:

Previous project management experience preferred
Mentor staff, ability to direct projects with minimal supervision
Maintain relationships with clients, government representatives, contractors, and vendors

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
Ability to carry at least 40 pounds over various terrain
Occasionally lift at least 80 pounds

Compensation: Abaci Consulting offers a full suite of benefits to supplement a decidedly competitive salary.

About Us: Mark McMurphy, PE, Pls, is the President and CEO of Abaci Consulting, Inc. He has directed the company from the outset and has over 30 years of site civil experience in Central Iowa. Our mission is to enhance our community through civil engineering and land surveying services. We value our client's success, their time and budget and deliver service with honesty, integrity and teamwork.

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