Professional Land Surveyor
At Blue View Builder · San Diego, California, United States
- Full-time
Where you’ll work
Hybrid, based in San Diego
“San Diego, California, United States”
From the location.
“Hybrid field/office role based in Southern California (San Diego, Orange County or Riverside area preferred).”
From the job description.
“Hybrid field/office role based in Southern California (San Diego, Orange County or Riverside area preferred).”
From the job description.
Hybrid means some days in the office. The listing says how many, and where.
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- Posted
- 15 October 2026
- First seen by us
- 16 October 2026
- Last checked
- 14 hours ago
Job description
From Blue View Builder’s job post, as they wrote it.
We are seeking a licensed Land Surveyor to support residential, modular, commercial, and infrastructure projects across Southern California. The role involves both field and remote/office work, including boundary surveys, topographic mapping, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS surveys, records of survey, and legal descriptions. The position requires the ability to travel as needed throughout Southern California (and occasionally beyond) to project sites.
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Key Responsibilities
• Perform and/or supervise field surveys using Total Station, GPS/GNSS, digital levels, and related equipment for boundary, topographic, control, and construction staking work.
• Conduct title research, boundary analysis, and resolve discrepancies in accordance with California Land Surveyors’ Act and Subdivision Map Act.
• Prepare, review, and stamp Records of Survey, Corner Records, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, subdivision maps, legal descriptions, and exhibits.
• Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical control networks; prepare construction staking calculations, cut sheets, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate with in-house engineers, architects, contractors, clients, and public agencies.
• Manage survey project schedules, and field crew coordination.
• Travel to project sites across Southern California as required (day trips common; occasional overnight travel possible).
• Ensure all work complies with California Professional Land Surveyor standards, local agency requirements, and company quality procedures.
• Support proposals, cost estimates, and client communication for surveying scopes.
Requirements
* Active California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license strongly preferred (or LSIT with clear path to licensure and relevant experience).
* 5+ years of progressive land surveying experience (boundary, topographic, construction staking) in California, preferably Southern California.
* Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey data processing software, GPS/GNSS workflows, and Microsoft Office.
* Strong knowledge of California land surveying laws, practices, and mapping standards.• Valid California driver’s license with clean driving record; ability and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
* Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently in the field and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred
* Familiarity with LiDAR, drone/UAV surveying, or GIS applications.
* Prior project management or crew leadership experience.
Work Environment
* Hybrid field/office role based in Southern California (San Diego, Orange County or Riverside area preferred). Regular travel to project sites is required. Full-time, with flexibility for field schedules.
Benefits
* Performance or project-based bonuses (5–15% of base).
* Vehicle allowance, company vehicle, or mileage reimbursement.
* Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with company match; paid time off / holidays; professional development and licensure support, pension, employee discount.
* Travel-related: per diem or expense reimbursement for overnight trips; flexible scheduling for field work.
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