Land Surveyor
About The Position
Widseth is seeking a high-energy, technically strong, collaborative Land Surveyor to lead survey work in the field and contribute to infrastructure projects. The role supports utility corridors, renewable energy projects, transportation systems, civil infrastructure, and urban expansion. The Land Surveyor leads and manages survey projects from kickoff through closeout, supervises and mentors field crews, prepares and reviews survey and construction documents, and works with clients, project managers, engineers, and public agencies. The position serves as signing surveyor in accordance with state licensing requirements and promotes safety, data integrity, and continuous improvement. The role offers specialized training and career advancement through continuing education, licensure, certification, and technical development. Compensation is based on experience and qualifications, with a stated salary range of $85,000–$120,000. Offers are contingent on passing a background check that meets company standards. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).
- 5–8+ years of land surveying experience.
- 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.
- Successful completion of a background check meeting company standards.
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 the 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
- 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
- Specialized training in design, leadership, and business development
- Career advancement through continuing education, licensure, certification, and technical development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
