Licensed Land Surveyor - Bay Area
Job Title: Licensed Land Surveyor | $130,000 - $180,000
Company Description
A fast-growing engineering and surveying consulting firm is seeking a California Licensed Land Surveyor to join its expanding Bay Area operations. The company serves both public and private sector clients and offers significant opportunities for leadership, professional growth, and long-term career advancement.
Job Description
This is an opportunity for a licensed surveyor to take on a leadership role within a growing survey department supporting transportation, infrastructure, land development, and public works projects. The position offers a blend of technical project delivery, mentorship, and the ability to help shape the future direction of an expanding survey practice.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage topographic surveys, right-of-way mapping, Records of Survey, Parcel Maps, Final Maps, and ALTA surveys
- Process and analyze survey field data
- Perform boundary, closure, precision, and survey calculations
- Prepare legal descriptions and easement exhibits
- Conduct title research and record mapping review
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D for mapping and project deliverables
- Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance
- Manage proposals, budgets, schedules, and project billings
- Coordinate with public and private sector clients
Qualifications
- California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required
- 5+ years of relevant surveying experience
- Strong knowledge of boundary law and legal principles
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience with mapping deliverables and land records research
- Survey field experience utilizing GPS and robotic equipment preferred
- Transportation and roadway project experience preferred
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Compensation
- Salary: $130,000 - $180,000
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Continuing education and professional development support
Why Should You Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a California PLS looking to step into a leadership role with a rapidly growing organization. With a strong backlog of work, advancement potential, and the chance to help expand a survey practice across the Bay Area, this role offers both stability and long-term career growth.
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