Senior Land Surveyor, Public Works

REY Engineers, Inc

$128K — $180K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required
  • 10+ years of professional experience in Public Works or infrastructure surveying
  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; GIS experience preferred
  • Knowledge of public agency standards and right-of-way requirements
  • Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Excellent communication skills with agency partners and internal teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead Public Works survey projects including topographic surveys and utility coordination
  • Review and approve survey deliverables for agency submittals
  • Ensure compliance with local agency standards and state regulations
  • Oversee QA/QC on survey data and mapping integration with Civil 3D and GIS
  • Mentor survey technicians and junior staff
  • Support staff training in municipal standards and best practices
  • Manage survey scopes, budgets, and schedules for multiple Public Works projects

Benefits

  • Competitive full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k with additional insurance options
  • Collaborative and growth-focused firm culture
  • Partnership opportunities with the Principal Surveyor on essential projects
  • Engagement with municipal agencies across Northern California
Full Job Description
Senior Land Surveyor, Public Works

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

This role will oversee surveying operations for Public Works projects, providing technical leadership and quality control for topographic surveys, control networks, mapping, and right-of-way support.

As a leader within the Survey Department, this individual will guide technical execution, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with municipal standards while supporting efficient, integrated project delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical & Project Leadership
  • Lead Public Works survey projects including topographic surveys, control establishment, right-of-way mapping, and utility coordination.
  • Review and approve survey deliverables such as records of survey, exhibits, legal descriptions, and mapping for agency submittals.
  • Ensure all work complies with local agency standards, state regulations, and R.E.Y. quality expectations.
  • Oversee QA/QC on survey data, mapping, and integration with Civil 3D and GIS-based systems.
Team Development & Mentorship
  • Mentor survey technicians, surveyors-in-training, and junior survey staff.
  • Support staff training in municipal standards, documentation, and survey best practices.
  • Collaborate with the Principal Surveyor to promote consistency, growth, and knowledge sharing across public-sector projects.
Project Management & Coordination
  • Manage survey scopes, budgets, and schedules for multiple Public Works projects.
  • Coordinate closely with Public Works engineers, project managers, and municipal staff.
  • Participate in agency meetings, review cycles, and interdepartmental coordination.
Qualifications
  • California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
  • 10+ years of professional experience in Public Works, municipal, or infrastructure surveying.
  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with GIS integration preferred.
  • Knowledge of public agency standards, right-of-way requirements, and record mapping.
  • Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Clear and professional communication skills with agency partners and internal teams.
Why Join R.E.Y.
  • Partner with our Principal Surveyor to support essential public infrastructure projects.
  • Work closely with municipal agencies across Northern California.
  • Join a stable, values-driven firm with a collaborative and growth-focused culture.
  • Competitive salary range: $128,000 - $180,000, DOE
  • Full benefits including: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and additional insurance options.

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