Senior Professional Surveyor (PLS)
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Responsibilities
- Conduct and oversee land surveys, including boundary, topographic, and construction surveys
- Review and analyze survey data to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Prepare detailed survey reports, maps, and drawings
- Operate and maintain survey equipment, including total stations, GPS, and data collectors
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to understand project requirements and deliverables
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards
- Provide training and mentorship to junior surveyors and survey crew members
- Conduct quality control checks and ensure adherence to safety protocols on-site
- Travel to various project sites, which may involve exposure to varying weather and terrain conditions
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of progressive surveying experience, with demonstrated responsibility on municipal and land development projects
- California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required
- Experience supporting water resources or infrastructure‑related projects preferred
- Strong understanding of Northern California municipal standards, mapping requirements, and agency coordination
- Proficiency with modern surveying equipment, software, and data management tools
- Ability to mentor staff and collaborate effectively across disciplines
- Salary Range:
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Additional Information
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? We are seeking a Senior Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to support and lead surveying efforts for water resources and land development projects throughout the Sacramento Valley and surrounding regions. This role is well‑suited for an experienced surveyor who values technical excellence, local agency coordination, and close collaboration with civil engineers on infrastructure projects that support growing communities. The Senior PLS will play a key role in project oversight, technical review, staff mentoring, and coordination with municipalities, engineers, and clients to ensure that survey deliverables are accurate, compliant, and constructible.
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