Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

SOCOTEC • Baltimore, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

SOCOTEC is seeking an experienced Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to provide quality assurance and advisory oversight for its Survey Department in the Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania office. This senior role reviews, signs, and seals survey and right-of-way plans, ensures technical quality, and supports business development across transportation and land development projects. The PLS will mentor staff, help develop department standards and QA/QC practices, oversee a range of survey deliverables, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support client and project development.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of progressive surveying experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of boundary law and surveying principles.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania survey standards and PennDOT requirements.
• Proficiency with survey software such as Carlson, Trimble Business Center, or Civil 3D.
• Experience with CADD platforms such as AutoCAD/Civil 3D; MicroStation experience is a plus.
• Experience with GPS, total stations, and data collectors.
• Experience developing right-of-way (ROW) plots, plans, and mosaics.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
• Pennsylvania Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• PLS licensure in surrounding states.
• Experience overseeing survey teams and multiple concurrent projects.
• Familiarity with transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Existing relationships with PennDOT, municipalities, and/or regional clients.
• MicroStation experience.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop junior survey staff, including field crews and office staff.
• Help establish and maintain department standards, procedures, and QA/QC practices.
• Provide responsible charge and sign and seal survey deliverables.
• Oversee the preparation and review of boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, construction, and as-built surveys.
• Ensure compliance with Pennsylvania standards, client requirements, and applicable requirements in neighboring states.
• Coordinate with engineering and environmental teams on multidisciplinary projects.
• Support PennDOT and municipal project requirements.
• Assist with proposals, scope development, and fee estimates.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and identify growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• QA oversight and mentoring role within a growing and expanding organization.
• Opportunity to help build and expand a survey practice.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment.
• Professional growth and long-term career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior