Senior Level Professional Land Surveyor Jobs
Senior level professional land surveyor jobs put experienced professionals in charge of complex boundary determinations, project oversight, and the technical teams that deliver precise, legally defensible results. Roles concentrate across on-site, hybrid, and field-based settings in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Willdan, Civil & Environmental Consultants, and Olsson hiring at this level now.
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Thompson Engineering has a full-time opportunity for a Professional Land Surveyor. The Professional Land Surveyor performs a variety of duties associated with land surveying, civil engineering and marine engineering. This position provides guidance and direction to survey crews, preparation of survey documents and represents the company to all regulatory agencies. Preferred candidates must be able to travel to support the needs of the Survey department.
Duties:- Performs a variety of office and field tasks associated with land surveying, civil engineering and marine engineering projects obtained by the company.
- Prepares proposals and contracts for land surveying.
- Consults with clients.
- Provides guidance and direction to field crews and engineering and surveying technicians.
- Oversees all surveying aspects of civil and marine engineering projects, and prepares all types of survey plans.
- Provides Land Court and trial testimony on behalf of the company.
- Conducts presentations on behalf of the company for local and state regulatory hearings.
- Prepares flood elevation certificates.
- Researches and reviews deeds and plans to ensure accurate information is obtained.
- Ensures proper reporting of data collection and survey computations.
- Uses computer-aided design and drafting to prepare survey plans.
- Conduct all work activities in compliance with Thompson Holdings, Inc. Health, Safety & Environmental Management System, safety policies & procedures, safety execution plans and Job Safety and Environmental Analyses.
- Attend and pro-actively participate in monthly safety meetings, project toolbox safety meetings and safety moments.
- On time and consistent attendance is required
- Seven (7) years verifiable experience in surveying commercial, residential, and/or industrial construction or combination of experience and relevant education
- State license required for state in which work is performed
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Be able to read and comprehend measurements
- Intermediate math skills which include trigonometry and coordinate geometry
- Must be able to communicate effectively with others
- Ability to travel and stay overnight based on the work load of the Survey Department
- Ability to work in the outside elements of the field up to 100% of the time.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
- Required to remain standing for a minimum of eight (8) hours per day and walk long distances.
- Must be able to bend, stoop and climb on a ladder.
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle to and from job sites.
Thompson Engineering has a full-time opportunity for a Professional Land Surveyor. The Professional Land Surveyor performs a variety of duties associated with land surveying, civil engineering and marine engineering. This position provides guidance and direction to survey crews, preparation of survey documents and represents the company to all regulatory agencies. Preferred candidates must be able to travel to support the needs of the Survey department.
Duties:- Performs a variety of office and field tasks associated with land surveying, civil engineering and marine engineering projects obtained by the company.
- Prepares proposals and contracts for land surveying.
- Consults with clients.
- Provides guidance and direction to field crews and engineering and surveying technicians.
- Oversees all surveying aspects of civil and marine engineering projects, and prepares all types of survey plans.
- Provides Land Court and trial testimony on behalf of the company.
- Conducts presentations on behalf of the company for local and state regulatory hearings.
- Prepares flood elevation certificates.
- Researches and reviews deeds and plans to ensure accurate information is obtained.
- Ensures proper reporting of data collection and survey computations.
- Uses computer-aided design and drafting to prepare survey plans.
- Conduct all work activities in compliance with Thompson Holdings, Inc. Health, Safety & Environmental Management System, safety policies & procedures, safety execution plans and Job Safety and Environmental Analyses.
- Attend and pro-actively participate in monthly safety meetings, project toolbox safety meetings and safety moments.
- On time and consistent attendance is required
- Seven (7) years verifiable experience in surveying commercial, residential, and/or industrial construction or combination of experience and relevant education
- State license required for state in which work is performed
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Be able to read and comprehend measurements
- Intermediate math skills which include trigonometry and coordinate geometry
- Must be able to communicate effectively with others
- Ability to travel and stay overnight based on the work load of the Survey Department
- Ability to work in the outside elements of the field up to 100% of the time.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
- Required to remain standing for a minimum of eight (8) hours per day and walk long distances.
- Must be able to bend, stoop and climb on a ladder.
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle to and from job sites.
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Senior Level Professional Land Surveyor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level professional land surveyor job?
Employers at this level look for a current Professional Land Surveyor license, demonstrated ownership of multi-discipline boundary or construction projects, and evidence of mentoring junior staff. What gives candidates an edge is a portfolio of complex projects they personally signed and sealed, familiarity with state-specific practice standards, and the ability to manage client relationships and regulatory submissions without close supervision.
Which companies hire senior level professional land surveyors?
Companies hiring senior level professional land surveyors right now include Willdan, Civil & Environmental Consultants, and Olsson, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from civil engineering and geospatial consulting firms, large construction contractors, and public infrastructure agencies that need a licensed professional to own project compliance and sign off on deliverables.
Are there remote senior level professional land surveyor jobs?
Yes, though the role is field-intensive by nature, so fully remote positions represent a smaller share than in office-based professions. About 15% of senior level professional land surveyor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, typically covering project management, QA review, and report preparation rather than field data collection.
What makes a professional land surveyor role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by independent ownership of entire projects, from scope development through final deliverables, combined with the PLS license needed to legally sign and seal survey documents. Expectations include mentoring and reviewing the work of junior and mid-level surveyors, managing client and agency relationships, exercising independent technical judgment on boundary disputes, and contributing to firm-wide standards and quality control processes.
Which industries hire the most senior level professional land surveyors?
Senior level professional land surveyor roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they require a licensed professional with authority to certify boundary, topographic, and construction surveys that underpin permitting, financing, and regulatory approvals on large-scale projects.