Benefits:
Competitive salary
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Job Title: Senior Licensed Land Surveyor (PLS)
Position Location: Greater Boston
Approx. Length of Position: Direct Hire
Degree Required: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.
We are looking to hire a Senior Licensed Land Surveyor (PLS) with 10+ years of professional experience to lead surveying projects, supervise teams, and ensure accuracy and compliance with all regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with expertise in boundary, topographic, and construction surveys, who can manage complex projects, mentor junior staff, interface with clients, and provide strategic guidance on surveying matters. Licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Massachusetts is required.
Requirements:
· Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Massachusetts.
· 10+ years of professional land surveying experience in civil/site development or related sectors.
· Experience managing survey field crews and office staff.
· Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination.
· Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
· Ability to work outdoors and travel to various project sites as required.
· Experience in complex site development, infrastructure, or institutional projects.
· Knowledge of 3D laser scanning, drone surveying, or photogrammetry.
· Experience mentoring and developing survey teams in a multidisciplinary environment.
· Familiarity with permitting and land use processes in Massachusetts and New England.
· Advanced experience integrating survey data into BIM or GIS platforms.
· Prepare, review, and approve survey deliverables, including plats, easement exhibits, legal descriptions, CAD drawings, and GIS data.
· Coordinate with engineers, landscape architects, planners, and clients to integrate survey data into design, permitting, and construction workflows.
· Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources for surveying activities.
Technical
· Extensive knowledge of boundary law, topographic methods, construction layout, ALTA/NSPS standards, and land development processes.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and survey data processing software