| Location | Southeastern Massachusetts, MA |
| Salary | $110,000–$150,000 |
Location: Southeastern Massachusetts
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Experience: 8+ Years Preferred
License: Active Massachusetts Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License Required
Work Arrangement: Hybrid Flexibility Available
We are seeking an experienced Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to oversee land surveying projects, ensure the accuracy and quality of survey deliverables, and provide professional guidance across a diverse portfolio of projects.
This hands-on leadership role involves boundary determination, survey plan review and stamping, quality assurance, project management, team mentorship, and collaboration with civil engineering and environmental professionals. The successful candidate will work closely with field crews, survey technicians, drafting staff, Project Managers, and other technical teams to deliver accurate, high-quality survey work in compliance with Massachusetts regulations and professional standards.
The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in boundary law, property research, modern surveying technologies, and survey project delivery, along with the ability to exercise independent professional judgment and manage multiple projects effectively.
Key Responsibilities Professional Survey Oversight & Quality ControlServe as the responsible Massachusetts Professional Land Surveyor for applicable survey projects and deliverables.
Review, approve, and stamp survey plans and professional documents as required.
Review field data, calculations, record research, mapping, and draft plans for accuracy and completeness.
Provide technical guidance and professional judgment on complex surveying and boundary matters.
Establish and maintain survey standards, procedures, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) practices.
Ensure compliance with applicable Massachusetts laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical requirements.
Perform and oversee boundary determinations using deeds, recorded plans, title documents, field evidence, measurements, and professional judgment.
Research easements, rights-of-way, subdivision plans, and other recorded property documents.
Analyze survey measurements, field evidence, and historical records to establish or re-establish property boundaries.
Identify and resolve discrepancies between recorded information and existing field conditions.
Coordinate with clients, attorneys, municipalities, and other professionals to address complex boundary and title matters.
Perform, oversee, and review a variety of land surveying services, including:
Boundary and retracement surveys
Existing conditions and topographic surveys
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
Construction layout and stakeout
As-built and record surveys
Subdivision and Approval Not Required (ANR) plans
Easement and right-of-way plans
Elevation certificates and FEMA-related survey work, as applicable
Coastal, waterfront, and bathymetric surveys
Survey support for civil engineering, environmental, and permitting projects
Manage survey projects from initial research and project scoping through fieldwork, drafting, professional review, and final delivery.
Develop and review project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing requirements.
Coordinate field crews and office production resources.
Monitor project progress and proactively address technical, scheduling, and scope-related challenges.
Ensure survey deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
Support proposals, project estimates, and fee development for surveying services.
Lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to survey crew chiefs, technicians, and drafting personnel.
Train staff in surveying methodologies, equipment, software, field procedures, and professional standards.
Coordinate with field crews to ensure accurate and complete data collection.
Review office drafting and plan production, providing constructive feedback.
Promote accountability, efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement across surveying operations.
Utilize modern surveying technologies, including RTK GNSS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and related equipment.
Work with field-to-office workflows using Carlson, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and other relevant surveying platforms.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, data accuracy, and project turnaround times.
Support the use of advanced surveying technologies, including drone mapping, laser scanning, and hydrographic or bathymetric surveying, where applicable.
Collaborate with civil engineers, environmental professionals, permitting specialists, and Project Managers.
Provide survey input during project feasibility and early planning to identify potential boundary, easement, access, title, and existing-condition issues.
Coordinate survey requirements and deliverables across engineering, environmental, and permitting teams.
Ensure accurate survey information is integrated into project planning and design.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, attorneys, developers, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
Explain survey findings, boundary determinations, property lines, and technical plans clearly.
Participate in client meetings, municipal proceedings, and public hearings as needed.
Represent survey projects before Planning Boards, Zoning Boards, Conservation Commissions, and other relevant bodies.
Provide professional survey input and testimony when appropriate.
Support proposal development, identify new project opportunities, and contribute to the growth of surveying services.
Residential and commercial boundary surveys
Existing conditions and topographic surveys
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
Subdivisions and land development
Construction layout and as-built surveys
Easement and right-of-way plans
Coastal and waterfront properties
Property boundary and title matters
Municipal and public infrastructure
Civil engineering and permitting projects
Active Massachusetts Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
Approximately 8+ years of progressive land surveying experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of boundary law, retracement principles, deeds, title documents, easements, and professional surveying standards.
Demonstrated experience preparing, reviewing, and approving professional survey plans.
Experience managing survey projects and coordinating field and office personnel.
Strong understanding of modern surveying practices, methodologies, and equipment.
Proficiency in Carlson, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, or comparable surveying and drafting software.
Excellent written, verbal, technical, and client-facing communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Ability to exercise independent professional judgment while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Professional Land Surveyor licenses in additional states, such as Rhode Island, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, or New York.
Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered.
Experience with drone mapping, laser scanning, or hydrographic/bathymetric surveying.
Experience with Massachusetts municipal approvals, public hearings, and regulatory coordination.
Background in team leadership, client development, proposal preparation, and project budgeting.
Competitive salary based on experience and professional licensure.
Performance-based bonus opportunities.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Retirement savings program.
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal/sick time.
Continuing education, licensure, and professional development support.
Hybrid work flexibility, depending on project and business requirements.
Opportunities for increased technical, project management, and organizational leadership.
The ideal candidate is a licensed Massachusetts Professional Land Surveyor with extensive experience in boundary determination, survey plan review, property research, and project oversight. This individual should be comfortable leading field and office teams, managing client relationships, applying independent professional judgment, and maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume.