Survey Project Manager
Our client, a long-standing and widely respected leader in geospatial and land surveying services, is seeking a Survey Project Manager to guide complex survey projects and serve as a primary liaison with key clients. With decades of proven performance and a reputation for technical precision, this team delivers high-quality spatial data and intelligent geospatial solutions that support smarter decision-making across major infrastructure programs.
The Survey Project Manager will be responsible for:
- Overseeing land survey projects from kickoff through final delivery, ensuring all work aligns with quality expectations and client requirements
- Creating and managing proposals, scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and billing processes
- Directing both field and office teams, establishing work plans, and coordinating staffing for multiple active projects
- Signing and sealing plats, field notes, and control drawings when necessary
- Monitoring project progress, tracking deliverables, and maintaining consistent communication with internal teams and client stakeholders
- Participating in business development efforts and strengthening long-term client relationships
- Preparing and delivering presentations for clients and other decision-makers
- Coordinating with subconsultants and supporting cross-functional departments as needed
- Managing financial performance including AR/WIP, invoices, and overall project reporting
- Representing the organization at industry meetings, conferences, and networking events
- Supporting broader organizational goals through leadership and collaboration
The ideal candidate will have:
- 5+ years of professional experience in land surveying, project management, or a related leadership role
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience
- Proven success managing project phases, workflows, and teams
- Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly delegate and guide team members
- Demonstrated ability to mentor staff, resolve issues quickly, and maintain project momentum
- Capacity to meet tight deadlines while fostering teamwork and maintaining accuracy
- Active Professional Surveyor License in South Carolina required
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Health & Wellness: Medical coverage starting quickly after hire, free dental and vision for employees, company-paid life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA options, wellness initiatives
- Financial Rewards: 401(k) with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement programs, employee referral bonuses, optional phone stipend
- Work-Life Balance: Competitive PTO package, paid holidays, and parental leave
- Growth & Development: Tailored career development plans, licensing assistance, project management training, CAD development programs, mentorship opportunities, women's leadership initiatives
- Culture & Perks: Access to employee discount programs, company-sponsored events, office snacks, recognition awards, and a workplace consistently ranked as a top employer
Ready to advance your career?
Apply now to join a high-performing survey team where your leadership, technical skill, and client relationships drive meaningful results across the infrastructure world.
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