Senior Associate Licensed Land Surveyor/Project Manager

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and licensed Senior Associate Licensed Land Surveyor/Project Manager to take on a key leadership role within our Long Island operation. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who brings deep technical expertise, strong project and team leadership, and the ability to independently manage complex surveying assignments.

The Senior Associate will serve as a Surveyor of Record, oversee multiple projects and play an integral role in client engagement, operational excellence, and strategic growth initiatives. This individual will be responsible for the development and growth of business relationships across our portfolio of clients, including municipalities, agencies, and private developers.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset- our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E and Construction Management firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization that has a strong track record and is looking to strengthen relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for our clients in the public and private sector. We are proud to be known as an “Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions” firm and we have delivered on that label time and again.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients.  LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston, Needham, MA and Edison, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Survey Lead on complex and high-profile projects across Long Island and the greater New York region
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior surveyors and field crews
• Establish and enforce QA/QC procedures and best practices across all survey operations
• Act as Surveyor of Record, reviewing, signing, and sealing survey documents in accordance with New York State regulations
• Oversee preparation of boundary, topographic, construction, and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
• Conduct and review complex deed research, title analysis, and boundary determinations
• Resolve challenging survey and title issues with sound professional judgment
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, county, and state regulations, particularly across New York and Long Island municipalities
• Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, including developers, engineers, architects, and municipalities
• Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation, scope definition, and fee negotiation
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and contribute to long-term client relationship growth

Qualifications

• Active New York State Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required. New Jersey Professional Land Surveyor (NJ PLS) license a plus.
• 10–15+ years of progressive land surveying experience
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing complex projects independently
• Strong knowledge of boundary law, survey standards, and construction layout practices
• Extensive familiarity with Long Island municipalities, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in industry-standard software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson, Microstation, or similar)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Established client relationships or proven business development experience
• Ability to contribute to multi-disciplinary projects (survey + engineering integration)

We are committed to your success, and we invest in your growth and development to unlock your full potential.

• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Employee- Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Mentoring programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

Our Culture:

- We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment

- Compensation:  Minimum: $155,000: Maximum:  $185,000  The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position.  Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidates’ qualifications and location.

- The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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