Senior Land Surveyor / Team Lead

Leake Engineering is seeking a Senior Land Surveyor / Team Lead to support a range of land development, infrastructure, and institutional projects. This role is ideal for a survey professional with strong field and technical experience who is ready to take on leadership responsibilities and play a key role in growing our surveying capabilities.

You will lead survey efforts from field through final deliverables, working closely with engineers and project teams to support design, permitting, and construction. This position offers a clear path toward department leadership, with mentorship and the opportunity to shape and expand our survey services.

Duties & Responsibilities

● Lead and manage surveying projects from field data collection through final deliverables.

● Oversee and support survey crews performing boundary, topographic, ALTA, and construction surveys.

● Perform and/or review data processing, adjustments, and mapping using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

● Ensure quality control of survey data, plats, and deliverables for accuracy and completeness.

● Coordinate with civil, structural, and geotechnical teams to support integrated project delivery.

● Interface with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders regarding scope, schedule, and deliverables.

● Mentor junior staff and assist in training on field procedures, equipment, and software.

● Operate and troubleshoot survey equipment including Leica robotic total stations, GPS systems, and drones.

● Support proposal efforts, scope development, and project planning as needed.

● Assist in building and transitioning into a survey leadership role within the firm.

Qualifications

● Professional Land Surveyor (PLS), or ability to obtain within 3 months.

● 5+ years of progressive land surveying experience.

● Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey data processing workflows.

● Hands-on experience with Leica robotic total stations, GPS systems, and field software.

● Strong understanding of field operations, boundary analysis, and construction layout.

● Experience mentoring or leading junior staff.

● Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

● Ability to balance field and office responsibilities.

● Entrepreneurial mindset and interest in growing a service line is a plus.

Work Environment

This position is primarily remote, with frequent field work and site visits required. Proximity to the Philadelphia region is required to support survey operations, client meetings, and project coordination.

What We Offer

● Competitive salary commensurate with experience

● Performance-based bonus opportunities

● Flexible work environment

● Opportunity to grow into a Survey Department Lead role

● Exposure to a diverse range of projects across public and private sectors

● $100,000 – $130,000 based on qualifications and experience, with bonus potential and opportunity for growth into a leadership role.

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