| Location | Muscatine, IA |
| Job Type | Full-time |
We are seeking a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our team in Muscatine, Iowa. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and performing a variety of land surveying projects, including boundary, topographic, utility, ALTA, right-of-way, and construction surveys. This role involves reviewing and interpreting survey data, preparing legal descriptions and survey documents, overseeing field and office personnel, and ensuring the accuracy and quality of surveying deliverables. The successful candidate should have strong technical knowledge, leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills.
Perform and oversee control, boundary, topographic, utility, ALTA, right-of-way, and construction surveys. Experience with bathymetric surveying is a plus.
Research courthouse records, in-house survey records, Iowa land records, and other relevant documentation.
Analyze field data, research records, and perform calculations to determine accurate property boundaries.
Prepare topographic and utility survey drawings.
Review, sign, and seal survey plats and other documents, including the preparation and recording of legal descriptions.
Perform construction staking and as-built surveys.
Operate and utilize surveying equipment, software, and technology.
Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.
Assist with preparing project proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and invoices.
Train, guide, and supervise field crews and office staff.
Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain surveying instruments and equipment.
Ensure compliance with applicable quality, health, and safety standards.
Must hold an active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the state of Iowa.
Licensure in surrounding states is a plus.
At least two years of surveying experience after obtaining a professional license is preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of GPS, Total Stations, levels, scanners, and Leica surveying equipment is preferred.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation is a plus.
Understanding of surveying practices, quality standards, and health and safety regulations.
Ability to interpret survey records, field data, legal descriptions, and property documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and complete assignments independently.