DECATUR | Survey Project Manager
If you're a licensed Professional Land Surveyor who enjoys both technical problem-solving and client leadership, this is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role with a respected engineering and surveying firm that's actively investing in the future of its survey practice.
You'll take ownership of a diverse mix of projects, work directly with clients and stakeholders, mentor the next generation of survey professionals, and have a clear path toward senior leadership responsibilities. This is not a role where you'll be limited to one project type or siloed in production. You'll have the opportunity to influence projects, people, and business growth across the region.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead survey projects from kickoff through final deliverables
- Manage boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, construction staking, and as-built surveys
- Act as the primary contact for clients, agencies, attorneys, title companies, and project teams
- Review field work, calculations, plats, legal descriptions, and mapping deliverables
- Coordinate schedules, budgets, resources, and project execution
- Research deeds, easements, plats, and public records to resolve boundary issues
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field crews and junior staff
- Support proposals, project planning, and client development efforts
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Illinois Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license
- 7+ years of land surveying experience
- Proven experience leading projects and coordinating survey teams
- Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction surveys
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Preferred Experience
- Transportation, infrastructure, utility corridor, or right-of-way projects
- Additional licensure in Indiana or neighboring states
- Autodesk Civil 3D
- Trimble Business Center (TBC)
- Trimble GPS/GNSS equipment and data collectors
- OpenRoads Designer (ORD) or MicroStation
Why This Role Stands Out
✅ Visible leadership role with direct impact on the growth of the survey practice
✅ Diverse project portfolio across transportation, infrastructure, land development, and municipal markets
✅ Opportunity to build long-term client relationships and expand your influence within the business
✅ Strong support from experienced survey and engineering leadership
✅ Clear advancement potential toward senior management and principal-level responsibilities
✅ Relocation assistance available for candidates interested in moving to Central Illinois
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary of $120,000 - $150,000
- 401(k) with company match
- Annual compensation reviews
- Multiple medical plan options
- Company-paid dental coverage
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance benefits
- Generous PTO program based on industry experience
- Paid holidays plus floating holiday
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Annual boot allowance
- Membership reimbursement programs
- Relocation assistance available
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