Professional Land Surveyor

Job Duties

Help grow Ayres in Minnesota. This is a unique opportunity to support expansion of Ayres survey service line while collaborating with existing team presence in civil engineering, transportation, and MEP divisions. We're seeking someone who is energized by growth and is ready to make a lasting impact in an evolving market.

Success in this role will be defined by your ability to manage multiple projects, support project teams, and provide exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate is adaptable and comfortable taking on evolving responsibilities, including occasional overtime and out-of-town travel.

Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.

On any given day, you'll:

Develop scopes, cost estimates, and proposals.

Work directly with internal and external clients.

Perform business development activities

Support survey and CAD technicians and through all aspects of projects.

Perform QA/QC on survey projects.

Adhere to OSHA and required safety practices.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying, or a related field

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Minnesota or ability to become licensed within 6-months

Ability to recognize and embrace new geospatial technologies.

5 -10 years of diverse field/office experience in survey, performing topographic surveys, construction staking, boundary surveys, right-of-way plats, and control surveys.

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation OpenRoads, Trimble Business Center, and Microsoft Office.

Valid driver’s license with good driving record required

Desired skills and experiences:

Proven ability to monitor project budgets to a successful outcome, oversee project teams, and meet client expectations, schedule, scope, etc.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in team environments.

Familiar with MnDOT practices and requirements.

Ability to take direction from numerous individuals, and channel strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

Desire and ability to become a licensed PLS in multiple states outside of Minnesota.

Networking and developing relationships with clients and peers in the survey profession.

Minimum Education Required

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying, or a related field

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Minnesota or ability to become licensed within 6-months

Ability to recognize and embrace new geospatial technologies.

5 -10 years of diverse field/office experience in survey, performing topographic surveys, construction staking, boundary surveys, right-of-way plats, and control surveys.

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation OpenRoads, Trimble Business Center, and Microsoft Office.

Valid driver’s license with good driving record required

Minimum Experience Required

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying, or a related field

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Minnesota or ability to become licensed within 6-months

Ability to recognize and embrace new geospatial technologies.

5 -10 years of diverse field/office experience in survey, performing topographic surveys, construction staking, boundary surveys, right-of-way plats, and control surveys.

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation OpenRoads, Trimble Business Center, and Microsoft Office.

Valid driver’s license with good driving record required

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$95,000.00 - $125,000.00 / Annually

Additional Compensation

Bonus Eligible, Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), and 401K with company match.

Postal Code

55113

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

Hybrid

Requisition ID

PROFE001889

Job Benefits

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:

Health, dental, and vision Insurance.

Short and long-term disability and life insurance.

PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.

Professional development opportunities.

Please note, benefits vary depending on job status. To learn more about our great benefits, visit our website at https://www.ayresassociates.com/careers/the-ayres-advantage/