Now Hiring: Licensed Professional Land Surveyor / Project Manager (Lexington, KY ; Middlesboro, KY)
Posted by Talent Depot – Recruiting on behalf of our client

Job Type: Full-Time
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (8+ years)
Industry: Civil Engineering
Relocation Assistance: Available
Work Authorization: U.S. work eligibility required (or TN visa eligible)
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Total Positions: 1

Position Summary

Talent Depot is hiring on behalf of a well-established civil engineering firm seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Land Surveyor / Project Manager. This role will lead teams executing transportation-related boundary, topographic, and SUE surveys for state and municipal projects. You’ll oversee multiple crews, ensure quality and compliance, manage client relationships, and help drive business development in the surveying practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage two or more field crews

• Perform calculations, assemble field data, and prepare plats and legal descriptions

• Ensure QA/QC, track budgets and schedules, and handle project invoicing

• Represent the company at project and industry meetings as the client liaison

• Mentor junior survey staff, set goals, and conduct performance reviews

• Support proposal preparation and growth strategy within the surveying discipline

Must-Have Qualifications

• Active PLS license in any U.S. state or ability to obtain one in the work state within 6 months (support for licensure and exam fees provided)

• At least 8 years of progressive land surveying experience, particularly on DOT or transportation projects

• Strong command of MicroStation / OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D

• Familiarity with federal, state, and local surveying regulations

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a 7-year background check

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (or TN visa eligible)

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Licensure in multiple states

• SUE project experience

• Knowledge of aerial/LiDAR/sUAS tools and processes

Benefits Highlights

• Competitive compensation based on licensure and leadership scope

• Sign-on bonus (paid at 90 days) with potential for relocation reimbursement

• ESOP participation, 401(k) with match, full medical/dental/vision benefits

• PTO, tuition reimbursement, professional development support

• Typical work week: 45–50 hours

• Growth path from Project Manager to Practice Lead/Department Head

To apply please use this link: https://talentdepot.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/736048000001747401/Licensed-Professional-Land-Surveyor-Project-Manager?source=CareerSite