Professional Land Surveyor
Lead Survey Projects. Ensure Accuracy. Deliver Results.
Position Overview
You are responsible for managing survey projects, overseeing timelines, and coordinating with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
You serve as technical
lead and project resource, supporting both field and office staff while working closely with the Director of Land Surveying. This role requires the ability to perform complex surveying tasks, manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and contribute to department growth and operational improvements.
You will also support team development by assisting in talent acquisition efforts, mentoring staff, and contributing to training, standards development, and onboarding of new employees.
Reports to: Director of Land Surveying
Key Responsibilities
Leadership, Management, and Operations
- Lead and coordinate survey projects from field data collection through final deliverables
- Manage project timelines, priorities, and workload in a fast-paced environment
- Coordinate with field and office staff to ensure efficient and accurate project execution
- Work closely with the Director of Land Surveying to develop scopes, schedules, and budgets
- Support department standards, procedures, and continuous improvement efforts
- Support team development by assisting in talent acquisition efforts, mentoring staff, and contributing to onboarding and training
Quality Assurance and Professional Responsibility
- Perform final review of survey data, calculations, and deliverables for accuracy and completeness
- Prepare, review, stamp, and sign survey documents including Record of Surveys, ALTA surveys, plats, and legal descriptions
- Maintain professional responsibility for all signed work products and ensure compliance with Washington State regulations and standards of practice
- Identify and resolve discrepancies, boundary conflicts, and data inconsistencies prior to final deliverables
Business Development and Client Relations
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional services
- Support business development efforts and contribute to market growth and profitability
- Assist with project scoping, proposals, and client communication
Technical Responsibilities
- Process and reduce field notes, sketches, and digital data into final deliverables
- Draft and review survey linework in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Research legal and survey records including deeds, easements, rights-of-way, and plats
- Prepare topographic mapping and construction staking data
- Perform and review control network adjustments (GPS and conventional)
- Prepare and review legal descriptions and boundary analyses
- Apply boundary law principles, rotations, and coordinate transformations as required
- Short plats, long plats, and final plats
- Boundary line adjustments and agreements
Skills and Qualifications
- Comprehensive knowledge of Washington State survey standards, RCWs, and WACs
- Strong understanding of boundary law, PLSS, and land development practices
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support survey staff
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- High proficiency in Civil 3D and survey-related software (MicroStation/InRoads a plus)
- Experience with Leica robotic total stations and GPS (RTK and static)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with clients and jurisdictions
- Professional, dependable, and results-driven approach
Field and Technical Experience
- Experience in boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction staking, and control surveys
- Experience with complex construction staking including slope staking, utilities, and public works projects
- Experience with data collection, instrument operation, maintenance, and calibration
Education and Experience
- Washington State Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required; multi-state licensure preferred
- Minimum 8+ years of combined field and office surveying experience
- Experience with land development projects in the Puget Sound region
- Experience working with local jurisdictions (King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties preferred)
- Valid Washington State driver's license with acceptable driving record required
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary + performance-based bonus opportunities
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Generous paid time off + paid holidays
- Professional development and career advancement support
