Land Surveyor

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc•Mankato, MN

just now•$85,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Are you passionate about building stronger, more resilient communities? Join Widseth as a Land Surveyor and help deliver critical infrastructure that makes a lasting impact. At Widseth, we don’t just survey land — we unlock its potential. From utility corridors and renewable energy developments to major civil infrastructure and urban expansion, we provide the precision, expertise, and leadership that keep projects moving forward. We’re growing and looking for a high-energy, technically strong, and collaborative professional ready to lead in the field and beyond. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in project delivery, crew supervision, quality assurance, and client coordination — shaping everything from transmission lines to transportation networks.

Requirements

Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
8+ years of land surveying experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of boundary law, construction surveying, and local land use regulations
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Leica or Topcon workflows
Demonstrated ability to manage teams, projects, and client relationships
Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client sites as needed
Authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship

Responsibilities

Lead boundary, ALTA/NSPS, construction staking, and topographic surveys across diverse project types
Supervise and mentor field crews, providing technical direction and professional development
Manage survey projects from kickoff through closeout — ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met
Review and prepare plats, legal descriptions, right-of-way maps, and construction drawings
Operate and oversee use of GPS, robotic total stations, laser scanners, UAVs, and advanced survey technologies
Collaborate directly with clients, project managers, engineers, and public agencies
Serve as signing surveyor in accordance with state licensing requirements
Champion safety, data integrity, and continuous improvement
Continue learning and growing professionally

Benefits

Growth Opportunities
Specialized training in design, leadership, and business development
Career advancement through continuing education, licensure, certification, and technical development
Compensation & Benefits
Widseth offers competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications, including:
Salary range: $85,000 – $120,000 (based on experience)
Discretionary annual profit-sharing bonuses
Health insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Flexible benefits
Dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development and continuing education support
All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check meeting company standards.
Widseth is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.