Senior Project Land Surveyor

SENIOR PROJECT LAND SURVEYOR - Santa Clara, CA

What we're looking for?

The Senior Project Surveyor (SME) is a senior technical specialist responsible for delivering high-level boundary analysis, advanced computations, mapping tasks, and complex survey deliverables. This role focuses on deep technical expertise rather than staff management, serving as an internal subject-matter expert for complex or high-risk surveying assignments. The Senior Project Surveyor supports multiple project teams by performing advanced COGO computations, preparing survey documents, resolving boundary issues, and ensuring technical accuracy. This position plays a critical role in elevating the technical quality and consistency of Survey/Mapping deliverables across the firm.

What you will do

Project Management

• Perform and verify complex boundary analyses using relevant legal principles, statutes, and case law.
• Prepare high-accuracy survey deliverables, including:
  • ALTA/NSPS surveys
  • Records of Survey
  • Boundary and topographic surveys
  • Short and long plats, subdivision maps, and lot line adjustments
  • Easement exhibits and legal descriptions
• Process and adjust GPS and conventional survey data; perform least-squares adjustments as needed.
• Conduct advanced COGO calculations, coordinate geometry evaluation, and geodetic analyses.
• Apply coordinate transformations, rotations, and translations across datasets.
• Analyze field data, sketches, and digital records for completeness and accuracy.

Technical

• Prepare drawings, mapping files, and supporting survey documents in collaboration with drafting staff.
• Review deliverables prepared by Survey Technicians for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain high standards for data integrity, record documentation, and file management.
• Provide technical input to improve internal standards, procedures, and workflows.
• Serve as an internal technical resource for boundary resolution, geodetic analysis, and mapping standards.
• Provide guidance and informal mentorship to Survey Technicians and early-career survey staff.
• Participate in internal training, knowledge-sharing, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support the Senior Land Survey Manager and PLS staff by contributing to QA/QC practices.

Coordination & Communication

• Respond to technical inquiries from clients and agencies when requested by project leadership.
• Assist project teams with research into public records, deeds, dedication documents, vacation filings, and right-of-way information.
• Provide technical explanations or supporting documentation as needed for client deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned

What you have

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent years of experience in Land Surveying
• 8-10 years’ relevant survey experience
• Professional Land Surveyor License (LS),preferred
• Project Management experience, preferred
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, Bluebeam, etc.
• Proficient experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, required.
• Effective and professional communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS

• Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff)
• Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.)
• Ability to lift and/or carry items ( up to 20 lbs.)
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks)
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks)
• Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.
  

Why Join Us?

• Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
• Competitive Pay ($104,000 - $150,000 DOE, location, work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office)
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you family
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO 
• Free office snacks
• Much more!

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Salary : $104,000 - $150,000