--- title: 'Project Land Surveyor, LSIT or PLS at Lumos & Associates' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/project-land-surveyor-lsit-or-pls-lumos-associates-roseville-azrs295whbth' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-08' --- # Project Land Surveyor, LSIT or PLS at Lumos & Associates - **Company:** Lumos & Associates - **Location:** Roseville, CA - **Compensation:** $45–$60/hr - **Posted:** 2026-09-21 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lumosassociates/jobs/5244092007 ## Job description Location: Roseville, California, serving Greater Sacramento and Placer County Department: Surveying Plan and deliver ALTA, topographic and land division surveys from field to finish as a Project Land Surveyor in our Roseville office. At Lumos & Associates you will work with GNSS, LiDAR, photogrammetry and drone tools while advancing toward or building on your PLS license. Compensation: $45 to $60 per hour. ## Why This Role at Lumos - Work with Trimble GNSS, LiDAR, photogrammetry, bathymetric survey tools, and drones. - Manage survey projects from field to finish alongside the Survey Project Manager. - Advance toward or build on your PLS license on ALTA, topographic, and land division work. ## About the Role As a Project Land Surveyor for our growing Northern California business, you will coordinate, plan, and execute survey projects, working closely with the Survey Project Manager and field technicians to deliver high quality, accurate results. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills - Strong technical background in land surveying and have a demonstrated ability to serve in responsible charge capacity for land surveying projects. - Strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal communication with team members and colleagues. - Possess a high level of creativity, organizational skills, and attention to detail, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage and oversee several projects and tasks simultaneously. - Ability to maintain project budgets and develop new and repeat business with existing and new clients. - Experience working in the field and in the office ## Key Responsibilities - Coordinate, oversee, and direct a survey team during the execution of projects in responsible charge. - Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules and budgets. - Provide coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to staff. Conduct recurring staff meetings to review workload and scheduling. - Provide technical review (QA/QC) of projects. This includes overseeing survey projects such as land division mapping, ALTA surveys, and topographic design surveys to ensure they meet company and industry standards when stamping. - Serve as the primary contact with clients. - Assist in the development of new business and promoting repeat and referral business. - Prepare and review project proposals, qualification statements, and promotional materials. ## Requirements - Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Land Surveying or Geomatics, or equivalent experience. - A minimum of 5 years of related land survey experience. - Land Surveyor-in-Training (L.S.I.T.) and progression toward Professional Land Surveyor certification, California P.L.S. license, preferred. - Must be able to perform and manage survey projects from field to finish using Trimble GNSS and terrestrial equipment. - Must be proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center. - A good understanding of remote sensing including photogrammetry, LiDAR, and bathymetric surveys is desired. - FAA Part 107 drone pilot (Remote Pilot Certification), preferred - Experience working in and managing a team of technical staff in multiple disciplines. - Excellent oral and written communication skills including public/client presentations. - Valid driver's license and driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points. ## About Lumos & Associates Lumos & Associates brings civil engineering, structural engineering, surveying and mapping, geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and construction management under one roof, with offices in Reno, Carson City, Fallon, South Lake Tahoe, Roseville, El Dorado Hills, and Boise. We invest heavily in professional development and operate under five core values: Stay Moving, Dip Down, Own It, Make It Right, and Take Pride. Pay Transparency Statement The compensation range reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs. California hourly pay range $45 to $60 USD ## Benefits Offered to Eligible Full Time Employees - Competitive salary and annual bonus - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Generous company matched 401(k) with a Roth provision - Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays - Company paid life insurance and short and long term disability - Flexible spending and health savings accounts - A community driven culture that values balance and professional growth Pay Transparency Statement The compensation range reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs. California hourly pay range $45—$60 USD ## About Lumos & Associates ## Core Business - Primary industry: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Surveying, Construction Services - Target customers: B2B – government agencies, municipalities, developers, and infrastructure contractors (public and private sector) - Mission or purpose statement: *“Through critical infrastructure design, we serve our communities.”* (from website) – and they emphasize hiring and mentoring great talent to serve local communities. ## Products & Services - **Civil Engineering**: Design and planning for water/wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and land development. - **Structural Engineering**: Analysis and design of structures for commercial, residential, and public works. - **Geotechnical Engineering**: Soil testing, foundation analysis, and materials laboratory services. - **Surveying**: Land surveying, boundary, topographic, and construction staking. - **Construction Services**: Inspection, project coordination, and materials testing (Carson City Materials Lab). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – approximately **$6.0M** (LinkedIn estimate) | Total Funding – not applicable (bootstrapped/private) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors listed; partners include local agencies (Nevada Department of Transportation, City of South Lake Tahoe, etc.) and engineering firms (Manhard Consulting, Stantec, etc.) as talent sources. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew **12.3% YoY** (to ~100 employees); active job postings increased **66.7% YoY**; LinkedIn followers grew **41.1%** annually. Expanding into Idaho (Boise office). ## Competitive Advantages - **Longevity & Reputation**: Founded in 1978 – over 45 years of trusted service in the region. - **Multidisciplinary “One-Stop”**: Combines civil, structural, geotechnical, surveying, and construction inspection under one roof, reducing client coordination. - **Community Roots**: Deep local presence with offices in Reno, Carson City, Fallon, Lake Tahoe, Roseville, El Dorado Hills, and Boise – strong relationships with municipal clients. - **Employee-Centric Culture**: 4.9/5 employer rating on LinkedIn, high marks for culture (4.8), career (4.7), and work-life balance (4.5). ## Strategic Focus - Current priorities: Expanding into new geographies (Boise, Idaho office opened), growing water/wastewater and stormwater practices, and investing in employee development and innovation. - Emphasis on mentoring and collaboration to maintain longevity and stability (per website core values). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values-driven – “Own It,” “Take Pride,” “Stay Moving,” “Make it Right,” “Dip Down” (support each other). Strong sense of community and teamwork. - **Benefits**: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision; generous PTO; paid holidays; 401K with company match; company-paid life and disability insurance; relocation assistance may be available. - **Work Environment**: Offices across Nevada, California, and Idaho – likely hybrid/office-based (engineering field work). High employee satisfaction (4.9/5 on LinkedIn). - **Growth**: Active hiring with 15 open positions (as of mid-2026); opportunities for career advancement in technical and project management tracks. ## Sources 1. [lumosinc.com](https://lumosinc.com/) 2. [lumosinc.com/careers](https://lumosinc.com/careers/) 3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/lumosassociates](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lumosassociates) 4. [lumosinc.com/our-story](https://lumosinc.com/our-story/) 5. 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