TN Visa Registered Land Surveyor Jobs
Registered Land Surveyor roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican citizens holding a degree or provincial license in surveying. Employers file directly with CBP or USCIS, with no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians. Mexican nationals are subject to a 5,500-per-year TN allocation.
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Kimley-Horn is seeking an entrepreneurial Professional Land Surveyor to grow our Land Survey practice in the Indianapolis, IN. office! This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of client service, business development, technical excellence, and team leadership.
We use the term "Practice Builder" to describe our best client servers – the men and women who exhibit leadership by winning and doing work, managing projects profitably, and mentoring the next generation. As a Practice Builder, you will:
- Craft a bold vision for growth.
- Lead business development efforts to win work from new and existing clients.
- Provide high-quality service in a profitable manner.
- Contribute to the professional development of staff.
- Benefit from comprehensive support in accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production.
- Have the autonomy to build and grow your business with the full backing of a firm consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.
This role offers the freedom to lead and grow your business, with the rewards of a performance-based environment (including base salary + bonuses), and the potential to advance to ownership.
This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Conducting field surveys using advanced surveying instruments and technology to accurately measure and record land boundaries, topographic features, and geographic coordinates.
- Analyzing survey data, maps, and legal documents to determine property lines and boundaries, resolving discrepancies or ambiguities as needed.
- Collaborating with engineers, architects, and other professionals to provide accurate survey data and support various construction and development projects.
- Utilizing Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other surveying software to process and manage survey data efficiently.
- Preparing detailed survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Conducting research on property deeds, historical records, and land titles to gather essential information for surveying projects.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant surveying standards, regulations, and safety protocols during fieldwork and data processing.
- Providing expert testimony and survey evidence in legal disputes related to property boundaries and land issues.
- Staying updated on the latest advancements in surveying technology and techniques to enhance surveying processes and accuracy.
- Maintaining and calibrating surveying equipment to ensure reliable and precise measurements.
- Demonstrating strong communication skills to liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members, and effectively communicate survey results and findings.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D and/or Carlson
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
INTRODUCTION
Kimley-Horn is seeking an entrepreneurial Professional Land Surveyor to grow our Land Survey practice in the Indianapolis, IN. office! This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of client service, business development, technical excellence, and team leadership.
We use the term "Practice Builder" to describe our best client servers – the men and women who exhibit leadership by winning and doing work, managing projects profitably, and mentoring the next generation. As a Practice Builder, you will:
- Craft a bold vision for growth.
- Lead business development efforts to win work from new and existing clients.
- Provide high-quality service in a profitable manner.
- Contribute to the professional development of staff.
- Benefit from comprehensive support in accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production.
- Have the autonomy to build and grow your business with the full backing of a firm consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.
This role offers the freedom to lead and grow your business, with the rewards of a performance-based environment (including base salary + bonuses), and the potential to advance to ownership.
This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Conducting field surveys using advanced surveying instruments and technology to accurately measure and record land boundaries, topographic features, and geographic coordinates.
- Analyzing survey data, maps, and legal documents to determine property lines and boundaries, resolving discrepancies or ambiguities as needed.
- Collaborating with engineers, architects, and other professionals to provide accurate survey data and support various construction and development projects.
- Utilizing Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other surveying software to process and manage survey data efficiently.
- Preparing detailed survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Conducting research on property deeds, historical records, and land titles to gather essential information for surveying projects.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant surveying standards, regulations, and safety protocols during fieldwork and data processing.
- Providing expert testimony and survey evidence in legal disputes related to property boundaries and land issues.
- Staying updated on the latest advancements in surveying technology and techniques to enhance surveying processes and accuracy.
- Maintaining and calibrating surveying equipment to ensure reliable and precise measurements.
- Demonstrating strong communication skills to liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members, and effectively communicate survey results and findings.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
- Working knowledge of Civil 3D and/or Carlson
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Registered Land Surveyor
Verify your provincial license transfers correctly
CBP officers assess whether your Canadian provincial surveying license demonstrates professional standing equivalent to a U.S. Registered Land Surveyor. Bring your license certificate, a credentials summary, and any reciprocity documentation your provincial association provides.
Target firms with active federal contracts
Engineering and surveying firms holding federal land management contracts with agencies like BLM or USACE routinely sponsor TN visa professionals. These employers already navigate federal compliance requirements and are experienced with visa sponsorship processes, making them well-positioned to support TN applicants through the port-of-entry or consulate presentation requirements.
Request a detailed offer letter before filing
Your TN approval depends on the offer letter specifying your role as a Land Surveyor, not a general engineer or technician. A vague title creates CBP scrutiny. Ask the employer to name the position explicitly and describe qualifying surveying duties.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. surveying and civil engineering employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. Filter by role and location so you're applying to firms already comfortable with visa sponsorship processes, not educating hiring teams from scratch.
Understand the Mexican TN cap timing
Mexico's 5,500 annual TN allocation resets each fiscal year on October 1. If you're a Mexican national applying late in the fiscal year, confirm with USCIS whether the allocation remains open before your employer invests in filing.
Prepare for CBP scrutiny on scope of work
Land Surveyor is a recognized USMCA profession, but CBP officers sometimes challenge whether duties like construction staking or boundary research meet the specialty threshold. Bring a written job description that ties each core duty to your licensed surveying credentials.
Registered Land Surveyor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Registered Land Surveyor qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Land Surveyor is an explicitly listed profession under the USMCA TN category. To qualify, you need a baccalaureate degree in surveying or a related field, or a provincial or state license recognized as equivalent professional standing. Your employer documents the role and your credentials when filing the TN petition with CBP or USCIS.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Registered Land Surveyor positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian nationals, and can be approved at the border the same day. H-1B visa requires entering a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For Canadian surveyors especially, TN is the faster and more predictable path. Mexican nationals face a 5,500 annual TN cap but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
Where can I find employers who sponsor TN visas for land surveyors?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Registered Land Surveyor roles with TN visa sponsorship in the United States. Because TN sponsorship requires employer documentation at filing, targeting firms already familiar with the process saves time and avoids offers that fall through when HR realizes the requirements.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship as a land surveyor?
Yes, Mexican nationals qualify for TN status as Land Surveyors under USMCA. Unlike Canadian citizens who receive TN status without a numerical cap, Mexican nationals are subject to a 5,500-per-fiscal-year allocation administered by USCIS. Applications are filed through USCIS rather than at a port of entry, and processing times vary by workload. Apply early in the fiscal year when allocation is less constrained.
What documents does my employer need to file my TN petition?
Your employer prepares a support letter describing your role as a Land Surveyor, your start date, your salary, and your duties tied to the USMCA profession definition. You provide your degree transcripts, provincial or state license, and passport. Canadian nationals can present these documents directly at a U.S. land port of entry for same-day adjudication.