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 and offers the opportunity to influence the growth of the survey group while working with a professional team and modern tools. The RPLS leads survey projects from initial research through final submission, 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, coordinates closely with project managers, CAD staff, survey technicians, and field crews, and maintains strong communication with internal teams and clients. The position also supports team development, quality control, client relationships, project coordination, and proposal preparation. Parkhill describes its culture as focused on building community, investing in employees, supporting professional growth, and creating meaningful impact. The company offers hybrid or flexible work schedules, training and continuing education, and a comprehensive benefits program.
Requirements
- Active Texas RPLS license or eligibility for licensure by comity.
- Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in modern surveying technology and software.
- Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) software.
- Strong knowledge of local and federal surveying laws and regulations.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in land surveying.
- Strong skills in boundary analysis and legal descriptions.
- 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
- Lead survey work from start to finish.
- 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 to keep tasks on track and identify and resolve issues early to prevent delays.
- Maintain strong communication with internal teams and clients.
- Guide SITs and technicians toward 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 PTO and paid holidays.
- Specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, and intern development programs.
- Multiple health plan options.
- FSA for dependent care.
- HSA 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
