Professional Land Surveyor

Blue View Builder

. Perform and/or supervise field surveys using Total Station, GPS/GNSS, digital levels, and related equipment for boundary, topographic, control, and construction staking work.

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeCalifornia City • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in land surveying practices, including boundary analysis, topographic surveys, and construction staking, while ensuring compliance with California land surveying laws and standards. Proficient in project management, client communication, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

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California Professional Land Surveyor License5+ Years Land Surveying ExperienceProficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3DKnowledge of California Land Surveying LawsProject Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Boundary AnalysisTopographic SurveyingConstruction StakingSurvey Data ProcessingGPS/GNSS WorkflowsRecords of Survey PreparationCorner Records PreparationALTA/NSPS Land Title SurveysCut Sheets PreparationAs-Built Documentation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Total StationGPS/GNSS EquipmentDigital LevelsAutoCAD Civil 3DMicrosoft OfficeLiDARDrone/UAV SurveyingGIS Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

California Professional Land Surveyor LicenseLand Surveyor in Training (LSIT)

Industry Keywords

California Land Surveyors’ ActSubdivision Map ActHorizontal Control NetworksVertical Control NetworksField Crew Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform and/or supervise field surveys using Total Station, GPS/GNSS, digital levels, and related equipment for boundary, topographic, control, and construction staking work.
Conduct title research, boundary analysis, and resolve discrepancies in accordance with California Land Surveyors’ Act and Subdivision Map Act.
Prepare, review, and stamp Records of Survey, Corner Records, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, subdivision maps, legal descriptions, and exhibits.
Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical control networks; prepare construction staking calculations, cut sheets, and as-built documentation.
Coordinate with in-house engineers, architects, contractors, clients, and public agencies.
Manage survey project schedules and field crew coordination.
Travel to project sites across Southern California as required, with day trips common and occasional overnight travel possible.
Ensure compliance with California Professional Land Surveyor standards, local agency requirements, and company quality procedures.
Support proposals, cost estimates, and client communication for surveying scopes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license strongly preferred (or LSIT with clear path to licensure and relevant experience).
5+ years of progressive land surveying experience (boundary, topographic, construction staking) in California, preferably Southern California.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey data processing software, GPS/GNSS workflows, and Microsoft Office.
Strong knowledge of California land surveying laws, practices, and mapping standards.
Valid California driver’s license with clean driving record; ability and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently in the field and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Familiarity with LiDAR, drone/UAV surveying, or GIS applications.
Prior project management or crew leadership experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance or project-based bonuses (5–15% of base).
Vehicle allowance, company vehicle, or mileage reimbursement.
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with company match; paid time off / holidays; professional development and licensure support, pension, employee discount.
Travel-related: per diem or expense reimbursement for overnight trips; flexible scheduling for field work.