Senior Land Surveyor, Construction

REY Engineers, Inc

β€’ $128K β€” $190K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • California PLS license preferred but not mandatory.
  • 10+ years of land surveying experience required.
  • Expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center essential.
  • Deep understanding of construction staking and quantity calculations necessary.
  • Proven leadership skills and mentoring abilities highlighted.
  • Excellent communication skills with diverse stakeholders vital.

Responsibilities

  • Lead construction survey efforts and calculations for various projects.
  • Review and approve critical survey deliverables and compliance standards.
  • Manage QA/QC for survey computations and instrumentation data.
  • Mentor survey technicians and foster their professional development.
  • Oversee project management of survey scopes, schedules, and budgets.
  • Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project managers for project success.
  • Participate in essential pre-construction and field activities.

Benefits

  • Collaborate with the Principal Surveyor on significant projects.
  • Participate in infrastructure development across Northern California.
  • Join a supportive, safety-minded team culture.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company contributions.
Full Job Description
Senior Surveyor, Construction

R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc.
πŸ“ Folsom, California | Full-Time | Leadership OpportunityPosition Overview

R.E.Y. Engineers is seeking an experienced Surveyor with a strong background in construction to join our growing Survey Department.

This role is ideal for a survey professional with 10+ years of experience supporting construction operations, including construction staking, earthwork calculations, utility improvements, roadway construction, and field coordination. The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader within the organization, working closely with contractors, project managers, engineers, and field crews to ensure accurate, efficient, and construction-ready survey deliverables.

This position offers the opportunity to lead challenging infrastructure projects throughout California while mentoring the next generation of survey professionals.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical & Project Leadership
  • Lead construction survey efforts including construction calculations, layout, staking, as-builts, and earthwork quantities.
  • Review and approve survey deliverables including control networks, alignment geometry, and construction stake data.
  • Ensure survey work complies with R.E.Y. standards, contract documents, and California regulations.
  • Oversee QA/QC for survey computations, machine control data, and integration with Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.
Team Development & Mentorship
  • Mentor survey technicians, field crews, and surveyors-in-training working on construction projects.
  • Support training related to construction methods, equipment, and safety standards.
  • Collaborate with the Principal Surveyor to strengthen field operations, efficiency, and technical consistency.
Project Management & Coordination
  • Manage survey scopes, schedules, and budgets for active construction projects.
  • Coordinate closely with contractors, inspectors, engineers, and project managers.
  • Participate in pre-construction meetings, field reviews, and ongoing project coordination.
Qualifications
  • Preferred: California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
  • 10+ years of experience in land surveying.
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and construction survey workflows.
  • Strong understanding of construction staking, quantity calculations, and field verification.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to mentor field and office staff.
  • Strong communication skills with contractors, agencies, and internal teams.
Why Join R.E.Y.
  • Work closely with our Principal Surveyor on complex, high-impact construction projects.
  • Be a key leader supporting infrastructure development across Northern California.
  • Join a collaborative, safety-focused, and people-first culture.
  • Competitive salary range: $128,000 - $190,000
  • Full benefits including: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and additional insurance options.

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