Professional Land Surveyor Department Head

Join a forward-thinking firm where you'll lead and grow a thriving survey department. As an experienced Professional Land Surveyor, you'll have the opportunity to manage projects, develop client relationships, and implement innovative solutions while working with a collaborative team of design professionals. This position combines field expertise with leadership responsibilities, offering a dynamic career path for a technically skilled surveyor who excels at both project execution and team management.

Job Duties

Lead and oversee the survey department, including workload management and process improvement

Perform field work including topographic surveys, boundary surveys, and construction staking

Manage projects from proposal development through delivery

Build and maintain client relationships

Establish effective coordination with project managers and design staff

Develop strategies to grow the survey department client base

Improve efficiency in field and office survey operations

Complete complex survey projects including ALTA/ACSM land title surveys

Qualifications

Wisconsin Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license with 5+ years of experience

Proficiency with GPS equipment, robotic total stations, and specialized survey instruments

Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office software

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in surveying, engineering, or related field

Project management experience with proposal and cost estimate development

Valid driver's license with ability to travel to project sites

Experience with ALTA/ACSM land title surveys and subdivision plats preferred

Experience working with municipalities, counties, and state agencies valued

Desired Traits

Client-focused with a collaborative mindset

Forward thinking with ability to anticipate next steps

Meticulous and analytical in approach

Proactive problem solver

Outstanding communicator

Comfortable having courageous conversations

High energy with exceptional multitasking abilities

Calculated risk-taker with persuasive skills