Professional Resume Template for
Land Surveyor
David R. Kincaid
Denver, CO
(303) 555-0142
david.kincaid@email.com
linkedin.com/in/david-r-kincaid | github.com/davidkincaid | kincaidsurveying.net
Professional Summary
Methodical Land Surveyor with 5 years of experience executing boundary, topographic, and ALTA/NSPS surveys for commercial and residential development projects. Expert in using GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, and AutoCAD Civil 3D to deliver highly precise spatial data. Successfully coordinated field-to-office workflows for 140+ projects, reducing map drafting turnaround times by 18% and ensuring 100% compliance with state surveying regulations. Proficient with Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity, and ArcGIS.
Work Experience
Land Surveyor / Party Chief — Alpine Geomatics & Engineering
Denver, CO | June 2023 – Present
- Led field crews of 3 technicians to complete 78 boundary and ALTA/NSPS land surveys, consistently delivering project files 4 days ahead of client deadlines.
- Executed topographic mapping for a $45M infrastructure development using 3D laser scanning (LiDAR), reducing field data acquisition time by 22%.
- Resolved 12 critical boundary disputes by researching historical deeds, public records, and physical evidence, achieving legal alignment and saving clients an estimated $120,000 in potential litigation costs.
- Calibrated and maintained $150,000 worth of optical and GPS equipment, reducing measurement calibration errors by 30% and eliminating equipment downtime.
Survey Technician / Instrument Person — Rocky Mountain Land Surveying
Boulder, CO | June 2021 – May 2023
- Performed field survey measurements for 110+ residential and commercial properties, utilizing Trimble GPS/GNSS and robotic total stations with 99.8% measurement accuracy.
- Drafted 85+ topographic maps and ALTA plat surveys using AutoCAD Civil 3D, improving map submission approval rates by 15% through meticulous compliance checks.
- Staked out 45 construction sites for foundations, utilities, and roadways, ensuring physical layout matched engineering plans within a 0.02-foot tolerance.
- Collaborated with 4 civil engineering project managers to clarify design changes, reducing site layout re-work by 25%.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Geomatics Engineering
Colorado State University · Fort Collins, CO · 2021
Skills
Boundary surveying, Topographic mapping, ALTA/NSPS surveys, Construction staking, Utility mapping, Deed research, Legal description drafting, GPS/GNSS, Robotic total stations, 3D Laser Scanning (LiDAR), AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity, ArcGIS, GIS analysis
Projects
Downtown Denver Mixed-Use Survey
Role: Lead Party Chief
Tools: Trimble R12 GNSS, Leica ScanStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D
Managed a comprehensive ALTA/NSPS boundary and topographic survey for a 5-acre site, finishing 6 days ahead of schedule and identifying a 0.5-foot boundary encroachment.
I-70 Highway Expansion Staking
Role: Survey Technician
Tools: Trimble S7 Robotic Total Station, Trimble Access
Staked 3 miles of roadway expansion, including bridge abutments and retaining walls, meeting engineering design tolerances within 0.01 feet.
Certifications
- Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) (2021)
- Certified Survey Technician (CST) - Level III (2023)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Trail maintenance and mapping volunteer with Colorado Fourteeners Initiative (2022-present)
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Land Surveyor
Job Market Insights
$65,000
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$95,000
Avg:
$80,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for Land Surveyors in the United States is steady, driven by ongoing infrastructure modernization, utility expansions, and civil construction projects. As senior surveyors approach retirement, there is a growing demand for younger licensed professionals. The transition to digital geomatics, including drone mapping (UAV) and 3D laser scanning (LiDAR), requires professionals with strong technical aptitude. Employment of surveyors is projected to grow 4% from 2024 to 2034, which is about as fast as the average for all occupations.
4% growth from 2024 to 2034
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