What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Land Surveyor - Indianapolis position at Spaceco?
Spaceco is seeking a Land Surveyor to support the planning, design, and technical execution of projects. This middle to senior-level role is designed for an experienced professional with strong project management and client relationship skills. You will lead and oversee survey teams, manage project schedules and budgets, ensure accurate delivery of survey services, support company initiatives and development efforts, and mentor staff.
What You’ll Do
- Manage survey projects from start to finish.
- Assign work and control workloads.
- Lead and supervise field crews, project teams, and office colleagues.
- Conduct client meetings and communicate project progress.
- Manage project budgets, contracts, schedules, and change orders.
- Serve as the primary client contact and maintain strong client relationships.
- Mentor and direct survey staff.
- Oversee deed, title, and record research.
- Prepare proposals, estimates, and pricing.
- Monitor project profitability, billing, work-in-progress, and accounts receivable.
- Support business development initiatives.
- Communicate with supervisors regarding workload, schedule changes, or scope adjustments.
- Ensure projects meet company standards.
What You Bring
- Bachelor of Science in Land Surveying or Engineering.
- 5 - 15 years of experience.
- Knowledge of surveying principles, standards, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to prepare surveys, correspondence, and technical documents.
- Proficiency in evaluation and application of survey methods in complex project situations.
- Ability to interpret complex plans, maps, and legal regulations.
- Project management, organizational, and multi-tasking talents.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to communicate professionally with colleagues, clients, and supervisors.
Other Requirements:
- Registered Professional Land Surveyor
Why Join Spaceco?
Spaceco is the Midwest’s premier civil engineering, land surveying, and consulting firm, partnering with architects, developers, contractors, municipalities, and other industry leaders on transformative developments.
Founded in 1977, Spaceco has completed thousands of projects using a client-centered approach built on precision, clarity, and responsiveness.
With 80 professionals across our offices in Illinois and Indiana, Spaceco delivers services in civil engineering, land surveying, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sustainability strategies, and construction observation.
When you join Spaceco, you’ll benefit from:
- A collaborative environment working alongside experienced civil engineers and surveyors, and CAD professionals
- Opportunities to develop surveying and engineering skills across diverse project types
- Collaboration with experienced engineers, surveyors, and technical staff
- Hands‑on project exposure including planning, field work, and client interaction
- A culture centered on communication, problem‑solving, and dependable client service
Spaceco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide fair and equal employment opportunities to all individuals and prohibit discrimination of any kind. Employment decisions—including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotion, discipline, and all other terms and conditions of employment—are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status, pregnancy or related medical conditions, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Individuals who need accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact us for assistance.