Land Surveyor Jobs in Pennsylvania
Land Surveyor jobs in Pennsylvania are in steady demand, with active hiring concentrated in infrastructure development, residential and commercial construction, energy corridor projects, and municipal boundary work at levels from entry-level field technician through senior licensed surveyor. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Harrisburg-Lancaster corridor generate the largest share of openings, anchored by established firms such as Michael Baker International, Alfred Benesch and Company, and GAI Consultants. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania right now are boundary and title surveying, construction staking, and geospatial technology using GPS and GIS platforms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
Location: Feasterville, PA
Position Type: Full-Time
About Us
We are an established civil engineering and land surveying firm serving clients throughout the region. Our surveying work supports a diverse range of residential, commercial, land development, and construction projects.
We are looking for a Pennsylvania-licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our team and play an important role in both our ongoing surveying projects and the continued growth of our surveying services.
This is a hands-on position for someone who is comfortable working independently, enjoys solving technical problems, and wants to have direct interaction with clients and other professionals.
Position Overview
As a Professional Land Surveyor, you will be responsible for performing and overseeing a variety of surveying projects from the initial field work and calculations through completion.
Our projects include:
- Boundary and property surveys
- Boundary analysis and calculations
- ALTA/NSPS surveys
- Existing conditions and existing features surveys
- Construction layout and stakeout
- Subdivisions and land development projects
- Residential lot surveys
- Commercial property surveys
- Flood certifications
- Survey calculations and plan preparation
- Construction-related surveying
- Minor grading and drainage plans
- Minor stormwater management plans
You will work closely with our existing survey and civil engineering teams and have the opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop relationships with clients.
Business Development
In addition to your technical responsibilities, we are looking for someone who is interested in helping us grow our surveying business.
There is a significant opportunity to expand our surveying services by developing relationships throughout the local real estate, construction, and development communities.
Responsibilities may include:
- Developing relationships with realtors, builders, developers, attorneys, and other industry professionals
- Developing relationships with construction companies and contractors
- Identifying opportunities for property surveys, ALTA surveys, flood certifications, and related services
- Maintaining and expanding relationships with existing clients
- Networking with potential clients and referral sources
- Attending client meetings, lunches, dinners, and industry events
- Following up with prospective clients and opportunities
- Generating additional surveying work through your professional network and local relationships
We are not looking for a traditional salesperson. We are looking for a well-rounded PLS who is technically capable, personable, and willing to get out of the office to build relationships and help generate new business.
Qualifications
- Current Pennsylvania Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required
- Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field preferred
- 5+ years of professional land surveying experience preferred
- Strong experience with boundary surveys and boundary analysis
- Experience with ALTA/NSPS surveys
- Experience with construction layout and stakeout
- Experience with subdivisions and land development
- Experience with survey calculations and plan preparation
- Familiarity with minor grading, drainage, and stormwater management plans
- Strong understanding of Pennsylvania surveying standards and requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
- Comfortable communicating directly with clients and other professionals
- Willingness to participate in business development and networking activities
What We Offer
We recognize the value that an experienced Pennsylvania PLS brings to our organization and offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
This is an opportunity to join an established firm, work on a diverse range of projects, and have a direct impact on the continued growth of our surveying practice.
If you are a Pennsylvania PLS looking for a role where you can combine technical surveying, project ownership, client relationships, and business development, we would like to hear from you.
Targeted Compensation: $125,000 - $140,000 base salary
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The qualifications that appear most often in land surveyor jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania Professional Land Surveyor license or eligibility under reciprocity
- Experience operating GPS, total stations, and data collectors in the field
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or comparable CAD drafting software
- Ability to read and interpret deeds, plats, and legal property descriptions
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites across Pennsylvania
- Strong written communication skills for producing survey reports and plats
Land Surveyor Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a land surveyor in Pennsylvania?
Licensure in Pennsylvania requires passing the Fundamentals of Surveying exam, accumulating supervised field experience, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Surveying exam before the State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists issues a Professional Land Surveyor license. Most candidates hold an associate or bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or a closely related field. The board also accepts a combination of education and documented work experience under a licensed Pennsylvania PLS for candidates without a four-year degree.
How much do land surveyors make in Pennsylvania?
Land surveyors in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $75,950 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,160 for the lowest 10% to over $115,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire land surveyors in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring land surveyors in Pennsylvania right now include Diamond Technical Services, Spotlock, and GoldBridge, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of infrastructure engineering firms, regional municipal authorities, and energy sector contractors keeps demand for licensed and in-training surveyors consistent throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most land surveyor jobs?
Canonsburg, Scranton, and Somerset have the most land surveyor openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia's volume reflects the city's scale of commercial development and infrastructure investment, Pittsburgh draws heavily from energy, transportation, and utility corridor work, and the Harrisburg-Lancaster area supports steady hiring through state agency projects, residential subdivision activity, and the regional engineering firms headquartered along the Susquehanna Valley.
Are there remote land surveyor jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 20% of land surveyor openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, because the core work requires physical presence on site to collect field measurements. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are office-bound tasks such as drafting plats in CAD, reviewing legal descriptions, processing GPS data, and preparing survey reports.
How can I get hired as a land surveyor in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a survey technician or field crew member position, which Pennsylvania engineering firms routinely fill with candidates who have coursework in geomatics, geography, or civil technology even without a completed degree. Firms such as Michael Baker International and GAI Consultants hire entry-level crew members who work under a licensed PLS while logging the supervised hours required for Pennsylvania licensure. Completing the Fundamentals of Surveying exam early and demonstrating familiarity with GPS equipment or AutoCAD gives candidates a measurable edge when applying to those roles.
Where can I find and apply to land surveyor jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to land surveyor jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the ones that match.
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