Project Survey Manager | Massachusetts
Location: Boston or Worcester, MA
Type: Leadership Role | Hybrid
A well-established surveying and civil engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Survey Project Manager / Survey Team Lead to lead survey operations, manage key client relationships, and play a strategic role in the continued growth of the organization.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned survey professional looking to step into a leadership position where they can influence project delivery, mentor staff, and help shape the future of a growing survey practice. Candidates with a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license are highly preferred, though strong LSITs with project management experience will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage complex survey projects from proposal through final deliverables.
- Provide technical oversight for boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, utility, easement, and construction-related surveys.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, staffing allocations, and overall project performance.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, developers, and municipal agencies.
- Oversee and mentor survey crews, project surveyors, CAD staff, and junior team members.
- Review field data, calculations, plats, and survey deliverables to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate closely with licensed surveyors and engineering teams to maintain project quality standards.
- Support business development efforts, client retention, and strategic growth initiatives.
- Develop and implement efficient workflows and best practices across survey operations.
- Provide leadership on construction support, layout, and stakeout projects.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive surveying experience, including significant project management and leadership responsibilities.
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license strongly preferred.
- LSIT with demonstrated leadership and project management experience may also be considered.
- Strong background in land surveying, construction layout, boundary analysis, and project delivery.
- Experience managing multiple projects and survey teams simultaneously.
- Proficiency with Carlson Survey, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, or similar survey software.
- Excellent communication, client management, and team leadership skills.
- Ability to mentor staff and contribute to the long-term growth of the survey department.
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