Professional Land Surveyor

Water & Environmental Technologies

. Plan, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of land surveying projects .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeButte • Montana • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $80,000 - $118,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in land surveying, including boundary resolution, topographic analysis, and compliance with regulations. Proficient in utilizing advanced surveying tools and software while leading field teams and managing projects effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)Land Surveying Experience (7–10 Years)AutoCAD ProficiencyDrone (UAV) Mapping ExperienceProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Boundary SurveyingTopographic SurveyingConstruction SurveyingSurvey Data AnalysisSurvey Drawing PreparationQuality Control ChecksGIS ExperienceSite DevelopmentBIM FamiliarityMapping Standards Knowledge

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationMentorshipCollaborationProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Total StationsGPSDronesAutoCADCivil 3DCarlsonLeica Infinity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or Civil EngineeringLicensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Montana

Industry Keywords

Land Use RegulationsPermitting ProcessesConstruction StakingField SurveyingLegal Boundary Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of land surveying projects
Conduct and supervise boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys
Lead field survey teams, providing technical guidance and mentorship
Analyze and interpret survey data, legal records, and technical documents
Prepare and review survey drawings, plats, and legal descriptions
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Utilize surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS, drones, and levels
Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Carlson, and Leica Infinity
Collaborate with engineers, architects, planners, and construction teams
Maintain accurate survey records and documentation
Perform quality control checks and resolve discrepancies or legal boundary issues
Support proposal preparation and project estimation when required
Work in a combination of office and field environments, including various weather conditions
Travel to multiple sites or remote locations as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field
Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) required in Montana
Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in land surveying
Strong proficiency in modern surveying tools and software
Excellent understanding of land laws, boundary resolution, and mapping standards
Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites
Experience in construction staking, site development, and GIS
Drone (UAV) mapping and photogrammetry experience
Knowledge of local land use regulations and permitting processes
Familiarity with BIM or 3D modeling is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Performance-based bonuses
Employee Sponsored 401k
Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran/Minority/Female employees at no cost to the employee