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Project Surveyor

Pennoni
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Apr 2026
💰 $140,000/yr($110,000/yr$140,000/yr)

About the role

Project Surveyor (Princeton, NJ):

 

Pennoni is hiring for a Project Surveyor to manage land surveying projects on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Princeton, NJ.  This person will work under our Division Manager while assisting with the planning and coordination of a variety of projects.

 

We are seeking a candidate that is serious about building their Land Surveying career; the ideal candidate is already positioned to obtain their Surveying License (if they don’t already have it) and will utilize this opportunity to grow into additional leadership roles within this department in the future!

 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the professional supervision / management of Survey & Survey Mapping projects to achieve company goals (including profitability, safety, quality, and operational excellence).
  • Contribute to office-based processing / production efforts.
  • Prepare estimates of survey needs/projects.
  • Conduct boundary, ALTA/NSPS, existing conditions, wetlands and topographic surveys (as well as in support for engineering projects).
  • Prepare plans and construction layout.
  • Schedule field crews while ensuring that project deadlines are met.
  • Develop and maintain public & client relationships.
  • Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

 

 

Basic Requirements:

  • Associates degree in Surveying or Geomatics (or equivalent).
  • 5+ years of professional experience working in Land Surveying.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Management and/or Project Management experience is preferred.
  • Relevant credentials (e.g.: NSPS CST or PLS); LSIT
  • Proven expertise with modern Survey methods, best practices, and technologies.
  • Proficiency with engineering / CADD tools; experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and is strongly preferred!
  • Experience with survey-specific & point cloud processing software tools; experience with Trimble Business Center [TBC], Leica Infinity, Cyclone Core / 3DR / Register 360, CloudWorx, and/or Carlson Survey is a plus!
  • Experience with Laser Scanning processing & registration is a plus!
  • Proficiency with related technologies / equipment (e.g.: Trimble and Leica Robotic Total Stations, Leica RTC and P50 Laser Scanners, Leica Geosystems 3DLS Equipment / software, GPS, etc.) and Navis VLX.
  • Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications, including MS-Excel.
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
  • Proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

 

Target Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000

 

 

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions.  Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

 

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