Principal - Ontario Land Surveyor

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is searching for a Principal – Ontario Land Surveyor to join its growing team. This person will lead, initiate and provide professional oversight for the Land Survey division in Ontario.

This role sits within our global business area Places. We work with our clients around the world to create, support, and enhance smart, safe and sustainable places where people live, work, learn and thrive. Places impact on the quality of people's lives. Whether new homes, shops, workplaces, schools and hospitals, manufacturing, research and development facilities, or data and distribution centers. People and communities thrive when the spaces in which they live, work, move and play are designed and managed in a way that best meets their needs.

Role accountabilities:

• Provide expert leadership and technical guidance as the lead Ontario Land surveyor, supporting both staff and broader regional initiatives.
• Plan, direct, and oversee the activities of the Geomatics Technical Support Unit, ensuring responsiveness to evolving priorities and project timelines.
• Offer strategic input on the development of Geomatics policies, standards, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Work with the Business Unit Lead and Business Unit Director to drive growth in Ontario for the Land Surveying Division

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified Ontario Land Surveyor, in good standing with the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors
• The ideal candidate should possess over 8 years of relevant experience
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Surveying or a related field is advantageous
• Ensures compliance with all responsibilities outlined in the AOLS Certificate of Authorization
• Majority owner of the Land Surveying firm to meet AOLS registration requirements.
• Cultivates and nurtures client relationships and prepares proposals
• Actively seeks out and explores business prospects
• Proficient in using industry-standard surveying software and equipment
• Familiarity with Trimble and Civil3D is advantageous
• Demonstrates exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, including planners, architects, and engineers, is beneficial
• Demonstrates significant experience in overseeing field and office staff in land survey preparation, ownership, and title research, and the creation of title opinions, reports, and correspondence
• Comprehensive understanding of the relevant legislation and regulatory standards governing Land Surveying in Ontario
• Coordinate with consultants, municipal staff, and internal teams to secure approvals efficiently and on schedule.
• Ability to integrate emerging technologies (e.g., LiDAR, drones) to enhance survey capabilities and innovation an asset.
• Knowledgeable in land development surveys such as Subdivision, Condominium, Boundary retracements, Topographic surveys, and Easement mapping an asset.
• Capable of signing and professionally certifying legal surveys
• Business development and management of the Land development team
• Meeting all AOLS Continual Professional Development (CPD) requirements

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

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