Land Surveyor

Cogent Talent Solutions•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Our client, a growing civil-engineering and surveying team in the Indianapolis area, is seeking an experienced Surveyor to support boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking projects across central Indiana. This hands-on, field-focused role is suited to someone who values accuracy, efficiency, and craftsmanship. The Surveyor works with project managers, CAD staff, and field crews to deliver precise field data and high-quality survey products from mobilization through final deliverables. This is a lean, high-accountability team environment where the Surveyor’s judgment and field expertise directly influence project outcomes. The work is varied, contributions are visible, and strong performance is rewarded through a project-based incentive structure. The role offers ownership, autonomy, and direct access to leadership.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional field surveying experience.
Proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and electronic data collectors.
Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions, plats, and deed documents.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and terrain.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Dependable, field-ready, and methodical work and documentation habits.
Proactive communication, organized field notes, consistent reporting, reliability, and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

Indiana Licensed Land Surveyor (LS) or LSIT actively pursuing licensure.
Experience with Trimble or Leica equipment and related software.
Familiarity with central Indiana survey records, including Boone and Hamilton counties.
Construction staking experience for land development projects.
Ability to mentor or lead a survey technician or two-person crew.
Active Indiana LS license with ability to stamp deliverables.
Experience managing survey projects from records research through final plat.
Familiarity with county recorder and surveyor systems in central Indiana.
Demonstrated leadership of field crews or mentorship of junior technicians.

Responsibilities

Perform boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking surveys.
Operate and maintain total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, and data collectors.
Process and reduce field data; prepare point files and surface data for CAD production.
Research plats, deeds, easements, and county records to support boundary determinations.
Coordinate with CAD technicians to ensure accurate translation of field data.
Lead field crew operations, equipment logistics, and daily mobilization.
Document field conditions, anomalies, and findings in clear field notes and reports.
Ensure compliance with Indiana survey law and professional standards.
Track project progress and proactively communicate schedule or scope issues.