Project Land Surveyor

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We are seeking a Project or Staff Land Surveyor to join and contribute to the growth of our Survey Group in Illinois. In this role, you will support and/or lead land surveying tasks for a variety of projects, including residential and commercial subdivisions, roadway and municipal improvements, plats, and legal descriptions. You'll work collaboratively with HR Green project managers, engineers, clients, and contractors to deliver accurate and high-quality results.

• Conduct or assist with research of public records related to land surveys.
• Perform or assist with field surveys for boundary, topographic, or construction purposes.
• Prepare or support preparation of easement descriptions, easement plats, and legal descriptions.
• Assist in generating plats for land surveys and subdivision platting.
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate field notes, data files, and project documentation.
• Lead and oversee survey crews and office staff in completing project tasks.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget, coordinating directly with clients and internal teams.
• Identify and address technical, schedule, or financial issues proactively.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, including estimating time and costs for survey services.
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor to junior staff.

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in land surveying.
• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the applicable state, or ability to obtain licensure within six months.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and other surveying or engineering tools.
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and legal descriptions.
• Valid state driver's license required.

• Must be capable of carrying up to 40 pounds of equipment over all types of terrain and in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to traverse project sites including industrial, commercial, and undeveloped ground.
• Must be willing to travel on short- or long-term assignments to client locations as needed.

Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.

Project Land Surveyor I/II: $78,.00

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Salary Transparency amendment to the Equal Pay Act of 2003. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, skills, prior work experience, competencies, and geographic work location. The total annual compensation package may consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate, after a qualifying period, in our performance and discretionary incentive bonus program(s).

HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.