Detroit Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) Leadership Opportunity

Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

Detroit Metro Area | $90,000–$180,000 | Leadership & Growth Opportunity

A Career Opportunity Built for a Survey Leader

If you're a licensed Professional Land Surveyor who takes pride in delivering high-quality work, leading projects, and being recognized for your expertise, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

I'm representing a respected and growing engineering consulting firm in the Detroit Metro area that is looking to add an experienced Licensed Professional Land Surveyor to their team.

This is an opportunity for a survey professional who wants more than just a production role. You'll have the ability to take ownership of projects, collaborate with experienced engineers and project leaders, work directly with clients, and play an important role in the continued growth of a successful team.

Why Top Survey Professionals Are Interested

• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses
• Potential partnership opportunity for the right individual
• Strong project backlog providing long-term stability
• Established reputation with a diverse client base
• Opportunity to lead meaningful survey projects
• Direct access to company leadership and decision-makers
• Autonomy to apply your expertise and make an impact
• Collaborative culture with experienced professionals
• Strong employee retention and a team-first environment
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company match
• Generous PTO and work-life balance
• Fitness membership and wellness benefits
• Pet insurance options
• Employee referral program
• Company events and team activities

What You'll Be Leading

• Manage surveying projects from initial scope through final deliverables
• Prepare ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and location surveys
• Oversee engineering as-builts, legal descriptions, and exhibits
• Support subdivision and condominium plan preparation
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client expectations
• Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews
• Assist with project proposals and scoping
• Communicate with clients, municipalities, and internal project teams
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and field crews
• Perform field work as needed

What They're Looking For

• Active Michigan Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
• Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying or equivalent experience
• Strong background in boundary, topographic, and ALTA/NSPS surveys
• Experience managing survey projects and client relationships
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Carlson Survey
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and construction documents
• Knowledge of local, state, and municipal surveying standards
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with engineering teams
• Project management experience
• Familiarity with land development projects
• Experience mentoring survey staff

Compensation

$90,000–$180,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and leadership background.

Confidential Conversation

If you're happy where you are, I completely understand. Many of the strongest survey professionals I speak with are not actively looking — they're simply open to learning about the right opportunity.

If you'd like to learn more about the firm, the role, and why this opportunity stands out in the Detroit Metro market, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.

David Meyer

Civil Engineering Recruiter

GPAC | Growing People and Companies

david.meyergogpac(605) 610-4543

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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