Licensed Project Surveyor (PLS)

Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS or Willing to obtain the Virginia License)

Glen Allen | $83,200–$145,000 per year | Full-Time

Career Progression | Predominantly Local Projects

Are you a licensed Professional Land Surveyor looking for your next opportunity without the constant long-distance travel?

Rüger Ltd is working with an established civil engineering and surveying consultancy seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Land Surveyor to join its growing team in Virginia, Glean Allen or Virginia Beach

This is an excellent opportunity for a surveying professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects, developing client relationships and working alongside an experienced technical team.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $83,200–$145,000 annual base salary
• Predominantly local projects across Virginia and the surrounding Virginia area
• Limited overnight travel, depending on project requirements
• Career progression towards Senior PLS and surveying leadership positions
• Established surveying team with a collaborative working environment
• Varied projects using modern surveying technologies

The Role

As a Licensed Project Surveyor, you will oversee surveying projects from initial planning through to successful delivery.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing project schedules, budgets, resources and deliverables.
• Coordinating with clients, survey crews and internal engineering teams.
• Reviewing survey information, plans, right-of-way requirements and technical documentation.
• Ensuring projects meet quality standards and agreed deadlines.
• Identifying potential project risks and implementing practical solutions.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and supporting new business opportunities.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the surveying team.

What We're Looking For

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS or willing to get Virginia license) licence in Virginia.
• Experience delivering land surveying projects, ideally within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of project planning, budgeting and technical surveying requirements.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with technical teams.
• Previous project management experience is advantageous.

Six or more years of surveying experience is preferred, although candidates who have obtained their PLS licence more recently are encouraged to apply.

Location & Travel

This position is based in Glen Allen, Virginia with most projects located within the surrounding area.

Occasional overnight travel may be required, depending on project demands.

Interested?

If you're a licensed surveyor considering your next career move, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Apply today with your latest resume, and a member of the Rüger Ltd recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.

Rüger Ltd is acting as an employment agency in relation to this permanent position. Salary, benefits and employment arrangements are subject to confirmation by the hiring employer.

Pay: $83,200.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 10% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person