What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Land Surveyor position at Lochmueller Group?
Lochmueller Group is seeking a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to lead and support survey operations on small to mid-sized projects of limited to moderate complexity throughout the state of Indiana. This role combines field leadership, technical expertise, client interaction, and mentorship, with opportunities to contribute to both field and office-based survey activities.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative professional who applies sound judgment, adheres to state regulations, and consistently delivers high-quality surveying services.
Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our Roadway/Highway Design team is involved in a wide variety of street, roadway, highway and multi-modal transportation design projects for local public agencies and state DOT’s.
For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:
CARDIA: Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement
Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service as we make a difference in our communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Survey Leadership & Field Operations
- Serve as Lead Surveyor on assigned survey crews for boundary, route, topographic, construction staking, construction verification, and horizontal/vertical control surveys.
- Plan, coordinate, evaluate, and perform a wide range of field survey tasks.
- Conduct pre-survey and pre-mission planning, including GPS survey planning, data processing, adjustment, and QA/QC.
- Oversee daily crew assignments, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to project schedules.
- Monitor and enforce proper survey techniques, equipment usage, safety protocols, and quality standards.
- Perform routine maintenance and calibration of survey equipment.
- Work outdoors in developed and undeveloped areas under varying weather conditions, with physical requirements including walking, staking, and lifting up to 50–75 pounds.
Technical & Office Responsibilities
- Conduct research of public records, including deeds, plats, survey references, and other documentation.
- Analyze property lines and boundaries; prepare boundary descriptions, Surveyor’s Reports, and related documentation.
- Prepare data for CAD handoff or perform CAD drafting tasks to produce survey drawings and plats.
- Organize and maintain complete project files (electronic and hardcopy).
- Apply Indiana surveying laws, standards, specifications, and best practices to all work assignments.
- Perform office-based work involving computer use, document review, and coordination with project teams.
Client & Team Collaboration
- Act as a primary point of contact for clients, project managers, public officials, and external agencies.
- Attend meetings with clients and public officials as required.
- Lead or contribute to pre-survey planning discussions to scope and strategize survey projects.
- Oversee work of assigned team members and provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff.
- Build and maintain professional working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
- Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or another approved degree with an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Relevant field experience with a strong foundation in boundary, topographic, and construction surveying.
- Proficiency in:
- GPS survey methods and data processing
- Survey equipment (total stations, GPS receivers, levels)
- CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation
- Working knowledge of:
- Coordinate geometry
- Survey measurement adjustment software
- Indiana land surveying laws, regulations, and professional standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license with the ability and willingness to travel to project sites.
Preferred Attributes
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capability.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment while collaborating closely with supervisors and project teams.
- Professional, ethical approach to survey practice and client service.
Work Environment & Supervision:
- Work is performed in both field and office environments.
- Assignments are carried out under general supervision, with clear objectives provided by a supervisor.
- Work is reviewed during progress and upon completion for quality, compliance, and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Candidates must be able to drive to various project sites and meeting locations throughout Indiana.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead meaningful survey projects across Indiana
- Balance of fieldwork, office work, and client interaction
- Collaborative team environment with a strong focus on quality and professional growth
- Chance to mentor and help develop the next generation of survey professionals
What We Offer:
- Excellent workplace culture
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become an employee-owner!
- Rich coverage for major medical insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Student loan repayment benefit
Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.