Licensed Professional Land Surveyor

Job Description
Position Overview

An established civil engineering organization is seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Land Surveyor / Survey Manager to lead surveying operations and oversee field and office teams responsible for precise measurement and mapping of land and infrastructure projects.

This role will plan, organize, and direct the work of surveyors and technicians performing boundary surveys, topographic surveys, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), and related surveying services. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of accuracy, safety, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction across multiple projects.

The position requires a strong technical background in surveying operations, leadership experience managing multiple crews, and the ability to maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external clients.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g., H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Requirements
Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee multiple survey field crews and technicians
• Assemble field data and perform survey calculations
• Prepare legal descriptions and survey documentation
• Provide quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) for all survey deliverables
• Manage project budgets, scheduling, and billing
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local surveying regulations
• Maintain strong client relationships and represent the company in meetings
• Lead business development efforts within the surveying discipline
• Promote and enforce safe work practices among all survey personnel
• Conduct performance management, coaching, and mentoring for team members

Required Qualifications

• Tennessee Professional Registered Land Surveyor (PLS) license
• 10+ years of professional surveying experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Federal, State, and local surveying regulations
• Experience managing survey teams and field operations
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• General understanding of survey plan preparation using:
  • InRoads / MicroStation
  • OR AutoCAD Civil 3D

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) designating and locating
• Familiarity with aerial mapping technologies
• Experience with LiDAR scanning
• Familiarity with sUAS / drone surveying

Working Conditions

• Office-based work (approximately 95%) in a professional environment
• Occasional field work required
• Field conditions may include heat, cold, humidity, or wet environments
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs may be required

Must-Have Requirements

• Tennessee Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
• 10+ years of surveying experience
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local surveying regulations
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation / InRoads
• Ability to lead multiple survey crews and projects

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial security, and overall well-being. Eligible employees have access to the following benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Term Life Insurance (including dependent coverage)
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan