Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) / Survey Manager
Billings, MT

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Montana-licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to serve as Survey Manager for our growing private land surveying firm. This role combines technical leadership as Surveyor of Record with direct management of 6+ person field crews, overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of professional land surveying services.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise, sound professional judgment, and proven experience managing people, projects, and client relationships and developing new business opportunities.

Required Qualifications(skills/experience/certifications):

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the State of Montana, or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in surveying or related field preferred
• 10+ years of professional surveying experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities
• Proven experience supervising and mentoring survey crews
• Strong knowledge of boundary law and private-sector surveying practices
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and modern survey equipment/software
• High level of accountability and professional integrity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites

Preferred Qualifications (skills/experience/certifications):

• Experience managing multiple crews or complex projects
• Strong leadership, organizational, and client-service skills
• Experience in a private consulting or production-oriented environment
• Ability to balance technical work, staff management, and project deadlines

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Surveying & Technical Oversight
• Serve as Surveyor of Record for boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, subdivision, easement, and construction surveys
• Review, sign, and seal survey plats, legal descriptions, and related documents
• Interpret deeds, plats, title commitments, and legal descriptions
• Ensure full compliance with Montana statutes, administrative rules, and professional standards
• Resolve complex boundary and field issues using professional judgment
• Oversee data analysis, reporting, and quality assurance

Field Crew Leadership & Supervision
• Lead, supervise, and mentor field staff
• Plan and direct daily field operations and crew assignments
• Schedule projects, manage workloads, and support timely delivery
• Enforce safety standards, field procedures, and equipment care
• Provide technical training, performance feedback, and professional development
• Participate in field work as needed for high-priority or complex projects

Project, Client & Operational Management
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, architects, contractors, legal counsel, and property owners
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and progress tracking
• Maintain strong, professional client relationships through clear communication
• Support workflow improvements, automation, and technology adoption
• Monitor new survey technologies and recommend efficiency enhancements
• Assist with departmental budgeting and operational planning
• Represent the firm as a technical expert, including participation in legal or boundary matters as required
• Actively market on behalf of the firm to develop new clients/business, particularly to build a backlog of work for the Survey Department
• Perform other duties as assigned

Typical Work Environment:

• Mix of office and field work
• Moderate physical activity and outdoor work in varying conditions
• Occasional travel, including overnight trips
• Work within a dynamic, client-focused private consulting environment

Benefits:

• Employer-Paid Medical Insurance
• Employer-Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• FSA Dependent Care Plan (Section 129)
• Reimbursement for Certification and License Expenses
• Bring Your Good Dog to Work
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Bonus Opportunities
• And MORE!

Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 per year

Work Location: In-person in Billings, MT

Job Type: Full-time

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