Project Surveyor

A Project Surveyor manages land surveying operations for construction and development projects, ensuring precise measurements, boundary accuracy, and regulatory compliance. They utilize GPS, robotic total stations, and CAD software to prepare site maps, stake construction sites, and lead field crews, typically requiring a surveying degree, licensure (PLS), and experience. 

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Data Collection & Analysis: Conduct topographic, boundary, and construction surveys to collect data on elevations, distances, and angles.
• Construction Staking: Set layout points, lines, and grades for infrastructure, such as concrete forms, roads, and utilities.
• Equipment Management: Operate and maintain surveying instruments like total stations, GPS/GNSS, and digital levels.
• Technical Reporting: Prepare detailed maps, reports, plots, and legal descriptions of land using software like AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Project Oversight: Lead survey teams, coordinate with project managers, and verify data accuracy.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all work adheres to legal standards, land titles, and building regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or similar field.
• Licensure: Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license is often required or preferred.
• Experience: Usually 3–7+ years of experience in land surveying, specifically construction or boundary surveying.
• Software Proficiency: Strong skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS software.