Professional Land Surveyor
About The Position
We are seeking a licensed Land Surveyor to support residential, modular, commercial, and infrastructure projects across Southern California. This hybrid field/office role involves boundary surveys, topographic mapping, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS surveys, records of survey, and legal descriptions. The position requires travel to project sites throughout Southern California and occasionally beyond; day trips are common, with occasional overnight travel possible. The role is full-time, with flexibility for field schedules, and is based in Southern California, with San Diego, Orange County, or Riverside preferred. The Professional Land Surveyor will perform or supervise field surveys, research titles and analyze boundaries, prepare and stamp survey maps and records, establish control networks, and support construction staking and as-built documentation. The person will coordinate with internal and external project partners, manage schedules and field crews, ensure compliance with California standards and company quality procedures, and assist with proposals, estimates, and client communication.
Requirements
- Active California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license is strongly preferred, or an LSIT with a clear path to licensure and relevant experience.
- 5+ years of progressive land surveying experience in California, including boundary, topographic, and construction staking; Southern California experience is preferred.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey data processing software, GPS/GNSS workflows, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong knowledge of California land surveying laws, practices, and mapping standards.
- Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record, and ability and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently in the field and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with LiDAR, drone/UAV surveying, or GIS applications.
- Prior project management or crew leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform and/or supervise field surveys for boundary, topographic, control, and construction staking work using Total Station, GPS/GNSS, digital levels, and related equipment.
- Conduct title research and boundary analysis, and resolve discrepancies in accordance with the California Land Surveyors’ Act and Subdivision Map Act.
- Prepare, review, and stamp Records of Survey, Corner Records, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, subdivision maps, legal descriptions, and exhibits.
- Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical control networks; prepare construction staking calculations, cut sheets, and as-built documentation.
- Coordinate with in-house engineers, architects, contractors, clients, and public agencies.
- Manage survey project schedules and coordinate field crews.
- Travel to project sites across Southern California as required, with occasional travel beyond the region and possible overnight trips.
- Ensure work complies with California Professional Land Surveyor standards, local agency requirements, and company quality procedures.
- Support proposals, cost estimates, and client communication for surveying scopes.
Benefits
- Performance- or project-based bonuses of 5–15% of base.
- Vehicle allowance, company vehicle, or mileage reimbursement.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development and licensure support.
- Pension.
- Employee discount.
- Per diem or expense reimbursement for overnight trips.
- Flexible scheduling for field work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
