Land Surveyor at Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc – Mankato, Minnesota

Are you passionate about building stronger, more resilient communities? Join Widseth as a Land Surveyor and help deliver critical infrastructure that makes a lasting impact.

At Widseth, we don’t just survey land — we unlock its potential. From utility corridors and renewable energy developments to major civil infrastructure and urban expansion, we provide the precision, expertise, and leadership that keep projects moving forward.

We’re growing and looking for a high-energy, technically strong, and collaborative professional ready to lead in the field and beyond. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in project delivery, crew supervision, quality assurance, and client coordination — shaping everything from transmission lines to transportation networks.

What You’ll Do

• Lead boundary, ALTA/NSPS, construction staking, and topographic surveys across diverse project types
• Supervise and mentor field crews, providing technical direction and professional development
• Manage survey projects from kickoff through closeout — ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met
• Review and prepare plats, legal descriptions, right-of-way maps, and construction drawings
• Operate and oversee use of GPS, robotic total stations, laser scanners, UAVs, and advanced survey technologies
• Collaborate directly with clients, project managers, engineers, and public agencies
• Serve as signing surveyor in accordance with state licensing requirements
• Champion safety, data integrity, and continuous improvement
• Continue learning and growing professionally

What You Bring

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
• 8+ years of land surveying experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, construction surveying, and local land use regulations
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Leica or Topcon workflows
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, projects, and client relationships
• Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client sites as needed
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship

What We Offer

Growth Opportunities

• Specialized training in design, leadership, and business development
• Career advancement through continuing education, licensure, certification, and technical development

Compensation & Benefits

Widseth offers competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications, including:

• Salary range: $85,000 – $120,000 (based on experience)
• Discretionary annual profit-sharing bonuses
• Health insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Flexible benefits
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check meeting company standards.

Widseth is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.