Careers

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to work in our Boise, Idaho office. Our primary areas of survey practice include land development, boundary, and construction surveys. This position will work under the direction of a senior PLS. Candidates must have strong math, communication and organizational skills; be a team player; be physically fit with a willingness/enthusiasm to work outdoors, as well as in a professional office environment on a wide variety of projects. This position may require overtime and work outdoors in adverse conditions, as needed.

Job Duties

•  Communicate with the client and project team to understand the goals, challenges, schedule, budget, and expectations of project
• Conduct research to obtain the appropriate public/ private land records, survey control data, and other pertinent information from various sources for boundaries, location, topographical and design surveys, location of right of way, and utility locations
• Request information from title companies, highway departments, municipalities, etc. that relate to property being surveyed and adding information to CAD drawing
• Preparation of Construction, Subdivision, ALTA, Boundary, Topographic, and Special Surveys, Legal Descriptions and Surveying Exhibits to fit client needs
• Put together field packets for field work, check and breakdown field notes and coordinate information & questions with field crew and project manager
• Manage CAD generated surface models and generate accurate contours, cross sections and profile drawings for engineering design.
• Perform field work as needed
• Mentor other survey staff members

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
• College degree in civil engineering, construction management, surveying and geomatics or BS in a related science and at least 24 semester hours of land surveying approved courses per 225 ILCS 330/13
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011 or higher
• Ability read and understand Architectural, Structural and Engineering Site Plans
• 1-3 years experience
• Must communicate well with clients, other professionals (architects, engineers, landscape architects, site supervisors), accommodate client needs and create work orders to complete field work
• Valid driving license and driving record acceptable to our Company insurance provider

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to work as out of our Boise office. Our primary areas of survey practice include land development, boundary and construction surveys. This position will work under the direction of a PLS. Candidates must have strong math, communication and organizational skills; be a team player; be physically fit with a willingness/enthusiasm to work outdoors on a wide variety of projects. This position may require overtime and work outdoors in adverse conditions.

Job Duties

• Ability to operate survey equipment including but not limited to robotic total stations, GPS survey equipment, data collectors and automatic level. Minimum 5 years experience.
• Prepare, verify and communicate field notes, sketches, checklists and digital data in required formats for Project Managers, Land Surveyors and Drafting personnel
• Perform field data collection and corner staking, boundary and easement surveys, topographic mapping, plat and condo documents, and construction staking
• Work with field and office personnel, both as a team member and independently, to produce topographic surveys, record of surveys, ALTA surveys, boundary line adjustments, easement exhibits and any document required for project completion
• Adjust surveying instruments in order to maintain their accuracy

Qualifications

• A current driver’s license in good standing & ability to operate company owned vehicles
• 8 years minimum field surveying experience in land development and construction projects
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Land Surveying
• Possess field experience in all types of physical land surveying including, boundary, topographic and construction staking
• Experience with both drafting and construction staking calculations for field crews
• Ability to operate survey equipment including but not limited to robotic total stations, GPS survey equipment, data collectors and automatic level
• Communicate and coordinate project layout with contractors and clients in the field
• Supervise survey assistants
• Ability to travel overnight for select projects
• Ability to carry up to 75 pounds and able to endure working in inclement weather conditions

About Us:

Idaho Survey Group provides professional land surveying services across Idaho and Oregon, collaborating with architects, contractors, developers, and engineering teams on diverse projects. With over 30 years of experience, the company specializes in a wide range of services, including ALTA surveys, subdivision platting, flood certificates, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, property line adjustments, and construction staking. The team is dedicated to delivering precise and reliable surveying services tailored to client needs.

Role Description:

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a full-time, onsite Survey Crew Assistant to join our Idaho Falls, Idaho office. This role is ideal for a motivated and hardworking individual who enjoys outdoor work and supporting field operations. The Survey Crew Assistant will work under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief to assist with data collection, equipment operation, and overall project execution. This position is primarily field-based and requires the ability to work in varying and sometimes adverse conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Support & Data Collection:

• Assist the Survey Crew Chief with field surveying tasks including boundary and easement surveys, topographic mapping, and construction staking.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance:

• Operate survey equipment including robotic total stations, GPS systems, data collectors, and automatic levels; assist in maintaining equipment accuracy and functionality.

Field Documentation:

• Assist in preparing field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in required formats  for Project Managers, Land Surveyors, and drafting personnel.

Project Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with field and office staff to support the completion of topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, record of surveys, boundary line adjustments, and construction staking.

Instrument Care & Vehicle Maintenance:

• Help adjust surveying instruments to maintain accuracy and assist in maintaining survey equipment and crew vehicles.

Reporting & Collaboration:

Reports to:

• Survey Crew Chief
• Project Manager

Works closely with:

• Field Survey Crews
• Project Managers
• Office Tech

About Us:

Idaho Survey Group provides professional land surveying services across Idaho, collaborating with architects, contractors, developers, and engineering teams on diverse projects. With over 30 years of experience, the company specializes in a wide range of services, including ALTA surveys, subdivision platting, flood certificates, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, property line adjustments, and construction staking. The team is dedicated to delivering precise and reliable surveying services tailored to client needs.

Role Description:

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a full-time, onsite Project Manager to join the Construction Department at the Boise, Idaho office. This position is responsible for coordinating survey projects, supporting CAD production, and collaborating with field crews, clients, and other team members to ensure accurate project execution, efficient workflows, and high-quality deliverables. The role includes both office-based responsibilities and occasional fieldwork.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination and Management:

• Oversee project setup, research, and execution to ensure alignment with client expectations, timelines, and deliverables.

Project Estimating:

• Prepare project estimates by evaluating survey requirements, project scope, anticipated field and office work, technical complexity, and resources needed to complete projects accurately and efficiently.

Survey Drafting and CAD Production:

• Perform CAD tasks for construction, ALTA, boundary, topographic, and special surveys, including preparation of legal descriptions and surveying exhibits.

Survey Calculations:

• Prepare and manage construction layout calculations to support field operations and ensure accurate project execution.

Surface Modeling and Design Support:

• Develop and manage CAD-generated surface models, contours, cross sections, and profile drawings to support engineering and design projects.

Survey Research:

• Conduct project research and compile relevant data to support survey execution and documentation.

Field Support:

• Perform fieldwork as needed to support project requirements and verify data accuracy.

Mentorship:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to survey staff to support professional development and project success.

Reporting and Collaboration

Reports to:

• Project Manager

Works closely with:

• Professional Land Surveyors
• Field Survey Crews
• Office Technicians
• Clients

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, surveying/geospatial sciences, or a related field, including at least 24 semester hours of approved land surveying coursework.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (2011 or newer) required.

Survey Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of land surveying experience, with construction layout experience preferred; or
• minimum of 1 year of land surveying project management experience required.

Plan Interpretation:

• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and engineering site plans.

Communication and Client Relations:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, accommodate client needs, and develop work orders for field operations.

Licensure and Eligibility:

• Valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to company insurance requirements.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation

$90,000 – $130,000 annual salary depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits include:

• Paid holidays each year
• Paid time off
• Paid sick days
• Paid paternity / maternity leave for birth or adoption
• Medical insurance with 100% of employee premium paid and 50% premium paid for dependents
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Annual bonus opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Why Join Us:

• Join a collaborative, quality-focused team tackling a wide range of survey projects.
• Gain hands-on experience in both office and field environments.
• Collaborate with experienced Professional Land Surveyors and field crews.
• Develop your technical expertise and project management skills while contributing to a growing company.
• Join a company that values precision, teamwork, and professional development.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.