Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) - Survey Department Lead
Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) – Survey Department Lead
Location: Willow Grove, PALicensure Required: PA PLS (NJ license a plus)
Experience: Management / Leadership preferred
About the Role
We are seeking a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead our Survey Department and play a key role in the continued growth of our firm. This position is ideal for a collaborative, team-oriented surveyor who enjoys mentoring others, managing projects, and delivering high-quality work without unnecessary bureaucracy or ego.
Our team values mutual support, accountability, and a positive work environment. We’re looking for someone who fits naturally into that culture and enjoys working closely with engineers, landscape architects, and clients.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Oversee and manage the Survey Department and its staff
- Plan workloads, schedules, and staffing to meet project demands
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor to survey team members
- Review, sign, and seal survey deliverables
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
- Prepare and support proposals and project scopes
- Perform or oversee boundary analysis and calculations
- Review title documentation and coordinate resolutions
- Act as a primary point of contact for clients
- Provide limited CAD support when needed
Project Types
- ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
- Boundary and Topographic Surveys
- Construction Layout and As-Built Surveys
- Condominium and land development documentation
- Technology & Tools
- You’ll work with modern survey equipment and software, including:
- Leica high-definition scanning systems
- Drone (UAS) platforms
- Robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS equipment
- AutoCAD (AutoCAD 3D a plus)
- Trimble Business Center and related software
What We’re Looking For
- Active Pennsylvania Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
- Proven experience managing projects and supporting survey staff
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- Ability to balance technical oversight with leadership responsibilities
Nice to Have
- New Jersey PLS license
- Philadelphia-area project experience
- Experience with scanning, LiDAR, or UAS workflows
Why Join Us
We offer a collaborative environment where people support one another, enjoy what they do, and take pride in their work. Our firm provides surveying, engineering, and design services across NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, FL, and LA, offering long-term stability and diverse project exposure.
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