Senior Level Land Surveyor Jobs

Senior level land surveyor jobs put experienced surveyors in charge of complex project delivery, technical standards, and the field teams that carry them out. Opportunities concentrate across Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote work available, and employers like Willdan, BKF Engineers, and Civil & Environmental Consultants hiring at this level now.

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Top stateCalifornia
Top employerWilldan
Top cityElk Grove, CA
Work type91% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Project Land Surveyor
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Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
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Project Land Surveyor
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
Columbus, Ohio
Civil & Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson
Licensed Land Surveyor / Surveying Manager
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Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson
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Licensed Land Surveyor / Surveying Manager
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson
Franklin, Tennessee
Civil Engineering
Construction
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Licensed Land Surveyor / Surveying / SUE Project Manager
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Licensed Land Surveyor / Surveying / SUE Project Manager
Company
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Civil Engineering
Construction
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
High school diploma or GED

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Professional Land Surveyor
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Professional Land Surveyor
WSP
Charlotte, North Carolina
Civil Engineering
Construction
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Experience equivalent to degree accepted

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Professional Land Surveyor
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Professional Land Surveyor
F3 & Associates
Tustin, California
Civil & Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$120k - $145k/yr
On-Site

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Senior Level Land Surveyor Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Willdan
    Willdan5
  • BKF Engineers
    BKF Engineers5
  • Civil & Environmental Consultants
    Civil & Environmental Consultants4
  • Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
    Langan Engineering and Environmental Services3
  • Sanbell
    Sanbell2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services31
  • Energy4
  • Construction & Real Estate3

Senior Level Land Surveyor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level land surveyor job?

Employers hiring at this level want candidates who have licensed Professional Surveyor credentials, a history of leading boundary, ALTA, or topographic projects from start to delivery, and experience mentoring junior staff. Demonstrating that you have owned project outcomes, resolved complex legal descriptions, and coordinated with engineers or municipal agencies gives you a clear edge over candidates who have only assisted on projects.

Which companies hire senior level land surveyors?

Companies hiring senior level land surveyors right now include Willdan, BKF Engineers, and Civil & Environmental Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers civil engineering and surveying firms, utility and infrastructure developers, and government contractors that need licensed professionals to lead fieldwork and sign off on deliverables.

Are there remote senior level land surveyor jobs?

Yes, though most senior roles still require significant field or office presence. About 9% of senior level land surveyor openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions typically focus on project management, CAD and GIS processing, or quality control rather than active fieldwork.

What makes a land surveyor role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by ownership and technical authority. A senior land surveyor leads project scope, makes binding legal and technical decisions, reviews and seals survey documents, and is accountable for accuracy across the entire deliverable. They also guide junior and mid-level surveyors, serve as the primary client contact, and resolve complex boundary disputes or title conflicts that require seasoned judgment.

Which industries hire the most senior level land surveyors?

Senior Level land surveyor roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand because large-scale infrastructure, land development, and utility projects require licensed senior surveyors to manage legal descriptions, right-of-way determinations, and regulatory compliance at a level that junior staff cannot independently handle.