Senior Project Land Surveyor

Kier & Wright • Irvine, CA

14h • $125,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Senior Project Land Surveyor is a senior-level technical leader responsible for managing all phases of surveying for multiple projects, typically within one primary project team. This position requires a licensed Professional Land Surveyor capable of independently conducting boundary analysis, preparing complex deliverables, directing technical staff, and overseeing QA/QC for assigned projects. The Senior Project Land Surveyor serves as Surveyor of Record for designated projects and plays a critical role in mentoring junior personnel, coordinating team workflows, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent years of experience in Land Surveying
• 5+ years’ relevant survey experience
• Professional Land Surveyor License (LS) in California
• Project Management experience
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, Bluebeam, etc.
• Proficient experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, required.
• Experience managing staff; ability to provide direction, coaching, and feedback to junior staff
• Demonstrated ability to manage team workloads, utilization goals, and project budgets
• Effective and professional communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all surveying phases for assigned projects, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and performance metrics (KPIs).
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, field supervisors, and drafting staff to ensure efficient project execution.
• Develop project plans, technical approaches, staffing needs, and timelines.
• Manage contractual documents, including scopes, fee estimates, and change orders.
• Ensure appropriate risk management practices and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct project closeout, including final deliverable review and record documentation.
• Serve as Surveyor of Record for assigned survey projects.
• Independently prepare all major survey products, including: Records of Survey ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys Boundary and topographic surveys Short/long plats, subdivision maps, and final plats Boundary line agreements and adjustments Easement exhibits and legal descriptions
• Perform detailed boundary analysis using applicable state/federal laws, legal principles, and case law.
• Process/adjust GPS and conventional control networks; prepare least-squares adjustments as required.
• Apply coordinate rotations, translations, and datum transformations as needed.
• Review and process field data, notes, and sketches for accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of all project deliverables produced under their supervision.
• Resolve boundaries using accepted boundary and legal principles and case, state and federal laws.
• Apply rotations and translations when necessary.
• Act as primary point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal teams.
• Coordinate field-to-office workflows to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Provide clear, consistent updates to project managers and senior leadership.
• Represent the survey discipline in client meetings and project coordination discussions.
• Delegate tasks to survey technicians, field crews, and drafting staff, ensuring alignment with project deadlines and quality standards.
• Monitor employee utilization, workload balance, and project-level financial performance.
• Conduct employee evaluations and participate in professional development planning.
• Mentor junior team members in boundary analysis, computation methods, mapping standards, and industry best practices.
• Support department-level initiatives, training programs, and process improvements.
• Assist with developing and refining surveying standards, procedures, and workflows.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and partners.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business, new work, or expanded services.
• Participate in proposals, including writing project approaches, defining scope and staffing, and preparing fee estimates.
• Attend industry events, client interviews, and professional association activities.
• Contribute to strategic discussions related to market positioning or service growth.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Pay ($125,000 - $160,000 DOE, location, + work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office)
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Free office snacks
• Much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees