About the Opportunity
A well‑established, multi‑disciplinary civil engineering firm on Long Island is expanding its in‑house capabilities and seeking a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor to lead and build out its Survey Department. This is a strategic leadership role with the backing of a stable, reputable firm known for its long‑term client relationships, diverse project portfolio, and strong presence across the public and private sectors.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned survey professional who thrives in a leadership capacity—someone who can oversee field and office operations, manage staff, ensure quality control, and drive the continued growth of the department.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and grow the firm’s Land Survey Department, including both field crews and office staff.
- Oversee all surveying activities, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with state and local regulations.
- Prepare, review, and sign off on boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, construction stakeout, and as‑built documentation.
- Coordinate closely with civil engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders to support site development, municipal, and infrastructure projects.
- Develop and implement department standards, workflows, QA/QC procedures, and best practices.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
- Mentor junior surveyors and technicians, fostering professional development and technical growth.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for survey‑related client communication and project coordination.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies, equipment, and software to enhance department capabilities.
Qualifications
- Active New York State Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
- 8+ years of progressive land surveying experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
- Strong technical proficiency with modern surveying equipment and software (GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, CAD platforms, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience delivering boundary, topographic, ALTA, and construction surveys.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Experience working within or alongside civil engineering teams is highly preferred.
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.