Professional Land Surveyor
About The Position
Parkhill is expanding its surveying practice in Texas and is seeking a dedicated Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) to lead meaningful work, mentor team members, and help strengthen survey operations. This full-time, salaried position is paid bi-weekly. The role offers tools, a professional team, and the opportunity to influence the growth of the survey group. Parkhill describes its culture as centered on building community, investing in employees, supporting professional growth, and making a lasting impact in the communities it serves. The Professional Land Surveyor leads survey projects from start to finish, producing and sealing boundary, topographic, platting, and easement surveys. The role prepares legal descriptions and survey documentation in compliance with Texas law and TBPELS requirements and maintains high-quality deliverables throughout research, production, and final submission. The RPLS coordinates with project managers, CAD staff, survey technicians, and field crews; guides workflow; identifies and resolves issues; and maintains communication with internal teams and clients. The position also mentors Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) staff and technicians, reinforces QA/QC standards, participates in project kickoff and coordination meetings, prepares survey proposals and scopes, and represents Parkhill with municipal and private-sector clients. Other job duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Active Texas RPLS license or eligibility for licensure by comity.
- Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in land surveying.
- Proficiency in modern surveying technology and software.
- Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) software.
- Strong knowledge of local and federal surveying laws and regulations.
- Strong boundary analysis and legal description skills.
- Proficiency with Trimble GNSS and robotic total stations.
- Experience with platting, courthouse research, and easement documentation.
- Ability to maintain quality control, guide workflow, and communicate clearly.
- Valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with UAVs, scanning, or land development projects.
Responsibilities
- Produce and seal boundary, topographic, platting, and easement surveys.
- Prepare legal descriptions and survey documentation in compliance with Texas law and TBPELS requirements.
- Maintain accurate, high-quality deliverables from initial research through final submission.
- Coordinate with project managers, CAD staff, survey technicians, and field crews.
- Provide clear directions and manage workflow to keep tasks on track.
- Identify and resolve issues early to prevent project delays.
- Maintain strong communication with internal teams and clients.
- Guide SITs and technicians in professional growth and licensure.
- Reinforce consistent QA/QC standards and maintain a supportive, professional working environment.
- Participate in project kickoff and coordination meetings.
- Prepare proposals for survey work, including scope and project details.
- Represent the company professionally with municipal and private-sector clients.
- Perform other job duties.
Benefits
- Hybrid/flexible work schedules and a flexible work environment.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, and intern development programs.
- Multiple health plan options.
- Flexible spending account for dependent care.
- Health savings account contributions.
- Employer 401(k) contribution.
- Employer-paid basic life insurance.
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
- Performance bonuses.
- Mental health care.
- Culture committees.
- Wellness program.
- Charitable giving match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
