Job Description:
Join our team! Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. With a history spanning over 110 years, HR Green has consistently delivered on this mission, establishing ourselves as a trusted partner for our colleagues, clients, and communities alike. Each day, we work to find solutions that inspire our employees and fit our clients' needs to build trust to exceed their expectations. Our people are the heart of our success. We've earned national recognition, including being named a Great Place to Work and consistently ranking on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms in the United States and we're still growing! What if your next role gave you the opportunity to help define the boundaries of the communities being built around you? At HR Green, our Survey team plays a critical role in supporting land development, transportation, and municipal projects by delivering accurate data that everything else is built on. Our Surveyor in Training position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects across Illinois, including residential and commercial developments, roadway improvements, and municipal infrastructure. You will be part of a growing Survey Group where your work directly contributes to project success and long-term community development.
About the Role:
In this role, you will support land surveying efforts across both field and office environments, contributing to projects from initial research through final deliverables.
You will work closely with project managers, engineers, clients, and contractors to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
This role offers a balance of technical work, field involvement, and project leadership.
Why This RoleThis is an opportunity to be part of a growing team where you can have a direct impact on projects.
You will gain exposure to a variety of project types while building your leadership skills and technical expertise. This role is ideal for someone who wants to take ownership of their work and play a key role in delivering high quality survey services.
What You Will Be Doing:- Conduct and support research of public records related to land surveys
- Perform or assist with field surveys for boundary, topographic, and construction projects
- Prepare and support the development of easement descriptions, plats, and legal descriptions
- Generate survey plats and support subdivision platting efforts
- Ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations
- Maintain detailed field notes, data files, and project documentation
- Lead and coordinate survey crews and office staff in completing project tasks
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with clients and internal teams
- Identify and address technical, schedule, or financial challenges proactively
- Contribute to proposal development, including estimating time and cost for survey services
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor to junior team members
- You Might Be a Great Fit IfYou are ready to take on more ownership in both field and office survey workYou enjoy working on a variety of projects from development to municipal infrastructure
- You are interested in leading teams and mentoring junior staff
- You value accuracy, problem solving, and delivering high quality workYou are looking for a role that combines technical work, field experience, and project management
- What You BringAt least three years of progressive experience in land surveying
- Surveyor in Training (SIT) license or ability to obtain
- Experience with tools such as AutoCAD and other surveying software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
- Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and legal descriptions
- Valid driver’s license
Why HR GreenAt HR Green, we have a long history of delivering projects that support growing communities and improve how people live and work. Our Survey team is an essential part of that mission. You will have the opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative environment, work on meaningful projects, and be part of a team that values development, accuracy, and long term success.
Benefits:
Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/total-rewards/Compensation RangeStaff Land Surveyor II/III: $65,000.00-130,000.00 The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Salary Transparency amendment to the Equal Pay Act of 2003. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, skills, prior work experience, competencies, and geographic work location. The total annual compensation package may consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate, after a qualifying period, in our performance and discretionary incentive bonus program(s).HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
