Licensed Professional Land Surveyor Survey Project Manager
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19 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
A leading civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead survey operations supporting state DOT and municipal roadway projects.
This leadership role oversees both field and office teams manages project delivery ensures quality assurance and regulatory compliance and builds strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience managing transportation-related survey projects directing multiple field crews and delivering accurate survey documentation in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Direct and manage two or more field survey crews
Assemble field data and perform calculations for survey deliverables
Prepare plats boundary surveys and legal descriptions
Maintain QA/QC compliance for all survey deliverables
Manage project schedules budgets and invoicing
Serve as the primary client point of contact
Represent the organization at project meetings and industry events
Mentor survey staff and conduct performance evaluations
Support proposal development and pursuit strategies for new survey opportunities
Required Qualifications
Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
8 years of progressive land surveying experience
Experience with DOT roadway or transportation infrastructure projects
Proficiency with one or more of the following:
MicroStation
OpenRoads
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Strong knowledge of federal state and local surveying regulations
Valid drivers license
Ability to pass a standard 7-year background screening
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications
Multistate PLS licensure
Experience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
Familiarity with aerial surveying LiDAR or sUAS technologies
Experience working with transportation agencies or public infrastructure projects
Work Environment
Typical work week: 4550 hours
Combination of office leadership and field oversight
Collaborative environment supporting large-scale transportation projects
Career Growth
This position offers a clear advancement path toward:
Survey Project Manager Practice Lead Department Leadership
Benefits
Our client offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health financial security and overall well-being. Eligible employees have access to the following benefits:
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Term Life Insurance (including dependent coverage)
Short-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Required Skills:
Key Responsibilities Lead bridge inspection teams and coordinate personnel equipment and field operations Prepare in-office support documentation for upcoming inspections Conduct field inspections including measurements condition assessments and documentation of structural findings Evaluate structural conditions and identify deficiencies or safety concerns Prepare detailed technical bridge inspection reports in accordance with NYSDOT standards Perform structural calculations including load ratings and structural analysis Develop repair recommendations and construction documentation for flagged conditions requiring immediate or interim repair Ensure inspection activities comply with federal and state bridge inspection standards Coordinate effectively between field teams engineers and project stakeholders Required Qualifications Candidates must meet the following requirements: Minimum 3 years of bridge engineering experience in design inspection construction or related bridge engineering work Active drivers license and ability to travel to field inspection locations New York State Professional Engineer (PE) License or ability to obtain within one month of employment Candidates must also have completed at least one of the following: FHWA/NHI Course #130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (2-week course) FHWA/NHI Course #130056 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers (1-week course) NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Certification Preferred Experience Experience leading bridge inspection teams Experience performing bridge load ratings and structural evaluations Familiarity with NYSDOT bridge inspection standards and specifications Experience preparing engineering reports and repair recommendations Knowledge of bridge inspection and analysis software platforms Working Conditions This position involves significant fieldwork and physical activity. Candidates must be comfortable working in varying outdoor conditions and performing physical tasks such as: Bending kneeling and standing for extended periods Lifting and carrying materials up to 50 lbs Working in environments including heat cold humidity and wet conditions
Key Skills
- GIS
- Legal Drafting
- Microstation
- Construction Experience
- Data Collection
- Math
- Land Surveying
- Drafting
- Autocad
- Carlson
- Geometry
- Oil & Gas Experience
