Licensed Land Surveyor / Survey Manager
Position Details
Location : Middlesboro KY (On-site)
Job Type : Direct Hire
Experience Level : Mid-Senior
Education Level : Bachelors Degree Preferred
Relocation Assistance : Available
Compensation : $85000 - $145000 commensurate with experience education and licensure
Position Summary
We are seeking a Licensed Land Surveyor / Manager to lead survey operations for a variety of civil and transportation projects. This senior-level role oversees multiple field crews and office staff ensuring high-quality project delivery client satisfaction and team development within a stable employee-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan coordinate and supervise the daily activities of multiple field crews and office technicians.
Ensure compliance with QA / QC standards manage budgets and schedules and maintain strong client relationships.
Collaborate with state and local agencies on roadway utility and infrastructure survey projects.
Support business development through proposal preparation and client engagement.
Mentor and coach staff through regular performance reviews and professional development planning.
Required Qualifications
Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or eligibility to sit for the exam within six (6) months of hire (exam fees covered).
Minimum 12 years of land surveying experience including at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role .
Proven experience with DOT and municipal projects .
Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation / OpenRoads and AutoCAD Civil 3D .
Strong understanding of federal state and local survey regulations .
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelors degree in Surveying Civil Technology or related field preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in subsurface utility locating and designating .
Familiarity with LiDAR aerial mapping or small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) operations.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary : $85000 - $145000 based on experience and licensure.
Sign-on Bonus : $5000 - $10000 after 90 days (relocation support available).
Benefits Package Includes :
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match
Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage (effective after 30 days)
Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Paid time off tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
Working Conditions
Primarily office-based with regular field visits as needed.
Occasional travel required.
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs when providing field support.
Typical work week : 45-50 hours .
Required Skills :
Manage budgetsQA / QCLicensed Land SurveyorSurveying ManagerLand SurveyingTrimble InstrumentsMicroStationAutoCADCarlsonMS Office Suite
Key Skills
Data Analytics,GIS,Microstation,Quality Assurance,Interviewing,Records Management,Land Surveying,Precision Measuring Instruments,Project Management,Autocad,Carlson,negotiation
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Land Surveyor • Middlesboro, Kentucky, USA