Project Surveyor

Michael Baker International•Ontario, CA

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced GIT Project Surveyor in Ontario, California. The Project Surveyor serves as the responsible licensed surveyor for assigned projects, providing technical leadership and oversight from initial execution through final deliverables. The role signs and seals survey deliverables, directs field and office survey activities, and ensures work meets applicable professional standards. It combines hands-on technical expertise with project leadership, client coordination, quality control, and staff mentoring.

Requirements

8–10+ years of experience across all phases of professional land surveying, including public mapping such as Records of Survey, legal descriptions, and exhibits.
California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field.
Comprehensive knowledge of California boundary law, the Subdivision Map Act, the Land Surveyors Act, right-of-way, and applicable survey standards.
Demonstrated ability to serve in responsible charge of survey projects and sign and seal survey deliverables.
Strong project-level technical leadership, client coordination, and communication skills.
Experience directing and technically supporting field survey crews and office technicians.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
Strong understanding of survey QA/QC processes and professional standards.
Valid California driver's license.
Ability to meet physical requirements, including close vision, occasional field visits involving walking over uneven terrain, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel between offices and project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Trimble Business Center, StarNet, and Carlson.
Working knowledge of MicroStation and InRoads.

Responsibilities

Serve as the licensed surveyor for assigned projects, including signing and sealing survey deliverables.
Direct the technical work of field crews and office survey staff.
Perform and review complex boundary determinations, Records of Survey, and legal descriptions.
Provide technical oversight and QA/QC of survey deliverables.
Coordinate with clients, Project Managers, and agencies regarding project survey requirements.
Provide technical leadership throughout project execution and delivery.
Mentor and develop survey staff, including supporting employees working toward professional licensure.
Provide technical supervision and guidance to field crews and office technicians on assigned projects.