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- Relocation bonus
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At the forefront of precision and professionalism is land surveying, we are committed to excellence. Our skilled team leverages the latest technology and time-tested techniques to deliver tailored solutions that meet each project's unique demands. With a steadfast mission to provide precise, reliable surveying services, we prioritize integrity, attention to detail, and prompt responsiveness to ensure client satisfaction.
About the Role:
As Project Surveyor, you will lead our Builder Division and own each project from start to finish. This is a hands-on, balanced role with your time split roughly 50% in the office and 50% in the field. You will prepare and set up each job, collect the boundary and topographic data, design the proposed grading, stake the house, and see the project through to a finished product for our builder clients. A Wisconsin professional land surveyor license is preferred; candidates who are able to obtain their Wisconsin license are encouraged to apply.
Benefits of Joining Land Surveys Inc. as a Project Surveyor:
- Balanced Schedule: A mix of office and field time that supports a healthy work-life balance.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy 15 days of paid time off annually, giving you the freedom to relax and recharge.
- Paid Holidays: Benefit from 6 paid holidays plus an additional bonus day each year to spend time with family and friend.
- Healthcare Access: Gain access to major medical plans, ensuring you and your family are covered.
- Retirement Savings: Take advantage of a 401K plan to secure your financial future.
- Licensure Support: Support and room to grow toward your Wisconsin license if you are not yet licensed.
- Company Culture: Join a purpose-driven company known for its integrity and community involvement.
- Team Inclusion: Feel valued as a crucial member of our team with opportunities to participate in company retreats and events.
Key Responsibilities of a Project Surveyor:
- Project Ownership: Manage projects from start to finish, including scheduling, budgets, deadlines, and client communication.
- Prep Work and Job Setup: Complete all research, deed and record review, and job setup so field work runs efficiently.
- Field Data Collection: Collect field data for boundary and topographic surveys.
- House Staking: Stake the house and related construction layout in the field.
- Drafting: Draft projects yourself or schedule and direct drafting, reviewing the final product for accuracy and quality.
- Grading Design: Build surfaces from field data and design proposed contours and grading for construction of the home.
- Division Leadership: Serve as the lead for our Builder Division, coordinating with builders and our field and drafting staff.
Key Characteristics We Are Seeking in a Project Surveyor:
- Integrity-Driven: Demonstrates honesty and upholds strong moral principles in all aspects of work.
- Exceptional Work Ethic: Committed to consistently delivering high-quality results with dedication and perseverance.
- Ownership and Reliability: Takes full responsibility for projects, ensuring accuracy and accountability from start to finish.
- Highly Organized: Keeps multiple projects, deadlines, and details on track without letting anything slip.
- Strong Leader: Directs and motivates team members, setting a standard of professionalism and safety.
- Sound Judgment: Makes confident, well-reasoned decisions when conditions or plans change.
- Superb Communication: Possesses outstanding written and verbal skills, essential for effective teamwork and builder and client interactions.
- Adapts to Fast Paced Environments: Excels under pressure and can adjust to dynamic conditions while maintaining performance.
Skills and Capabilities Required for Project Surveyor:
- Licensure: Licensed as a professional land surveyor in Wisconsin, or able to obtain Wisconsin licensure.
- Boundary and Topographic Surveying: Experienced in completing boundary and topographic surveys from field data collection through final product.
- Surface Modeling: Strong ability to create surfaces from field data.
- Grading and Contour Design: Able to design proposed contours and grading for the construction of a home.
- Construction Plan Analysis: Capable of reviewing and interpreting construction plans, performing precise computations for field layout and ensuring technical compliance.
- Instrument Proficiency: Experienced operating robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and data collectors in the field.
- Mathematical Expertise: Strong mathematical skills essential for complex survey calculations and data analysis.
- Safety Focused: Committed to maintaining safe work-site practices and protecting team members and the public.
- Technological Proficiency: Highly computer literate, with a solid foundation in Microsoft Office products and the ability to adapt to new technologies.
- Survey Software Knowledge: Experience with Carlson Survey software is highly desirable, enhancing our capabilities in delivering precise and efficient survey results.
- Valid Driver's License: Able to safely operate a company vehicle to and from job sites.
Join Our Team Now!
- Email Your Resume: Provide your current, detailed resume showcasing your skills, experiences, and accomplishments.
- Express Your Interest: In a brief cover letter, explain why this role excites you and why you are the ideal candidate for this position. Share your vision of contributing to our success and how your skills align with our needs.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in surveyor jobs.
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or LSIT certification in the relevant state
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble, or Leica field data-collection software
- Experience with total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and robotic instruments
- Ability to read and interpret deeds, plats, and legal land descriptions
- Bachelor's or associate degree in surveying, geomatics, or civil engineering technology
- Knowledge of boundary law, easements, and local recording requirements
Tips for Your Surveyor Job Search
List your licenses front and center
Hiring managers scan for licensure before anything else. Put your Professional Land Surveyor license, state registration numbers, and any LSIT credentials in a dedicated line near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills section.
Quantify field experience with project scope
Instead of listing duties, describe the scale of surveys you've run. Mention acreage covered, project type, and equipment used. Employers want to know whether you've handled subdivision plats, boundary disputes, or large infrastructure corridors.
Target openings that match your software stack
Filter for roles that name the software you actually know, whether that's Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or Leica Geo Office. A skills mismatch on CAD or data-processing tools is a fast rejection, so prioritize postings that align with your toolkit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists surveyor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare to walk through a boundary problem
Many surveyor interviews include a scenario question where you explain how you'd resolve a deed conflict or establish a disputed property line. Practice talking through your research process, including how you'd pull historical plats and reconcile conflicting monuments.
Negotiate start dates around license reciprocity
If you're moving states and need reciprocity approval before you can legally seal plans, raise that timeline during the offer conversation. Most firms expect it, and discussing it upfront avoids a delayed start that can sour an otherwise strong offer.
Surveyor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most surveyors?
The companies hiring the most surveyors right now include RDSolutions, Davies, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Engineering and infrastructure firms tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many surveyor jobs are remote?
About 56% of surveyor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is low compared to most professional fields. The roles most likely to offer remote arrangements are GIS analysis, deed research, and project coordination, while field surveying and construction staking almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a surveyor?
You typically start with a degree in surveying, geomatics, or a related engineering technology field, then log supervised field hours as a surveying intern or technician. After meeting your state's experience requirement, you sit for the Fundamentals of Surveying exam to earn LSIT status, then the Principles and Practice of Surveying exam to earn your PLS license.
Can you get hired as a surveyor without experience?
Yes, many firms hire survey technicians and field crew members with no prior experience, especially if you have coursework in geomatics or have used total stations or GPS equipment in a classroom setting. Emphasizing any drafting skills, physical ability to work outdoors, and a clean driving record helps entry-level candidates stand out against more experienced applicants.
What does the surveyor interview process look like?
Most surveyor interviews start with a phone screen to confirm licensure status and availability, followed by an in-person or video interview with a project manager or principal surveyor. Expect technical questions about boundary resolution, equipment calibration, and legal description interpretation. Some firms add a short written or scenario-based assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to surveyor jobs?
You can find and apply to surveyor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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