Land Survey Project Manager

Psomas • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $150,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Own Your Future! Psomas is 100% employee-owned, creating a culture of shared accountability, stewardship, and long-term thinking. With no outside shareholders, decisions are guided by what's best for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As a Project Manager - Land Survey, you won't just lead projects-you'll be an owner contributing to the firm's sustained success and legacy.
As our Project Manager - Land Survey, you won't just contribute to projects-you'll be an owner helping shape the firm's continued success and legacy.
The Psomas Advantage:
Employee Ownership: 100% company-paid ESOP plus a 401(k) with immediate company match.
People First Culture: We value diverse perspectives, collaborative leadership, and a shared commitment to technical excellence and people development.
Hybrid Flexibility: Flexible and hybrid work options that support both collaboration and focused work.
Career Growth: Structured career pathing, mentorship opportunities, and leadership development designed to support long-term career advancement.
DTLA Perks: Company-paid parking in downtown Los Angeles.
The Role: We are seeking a strategic and experienced Project Manager - Land Survey to support our Survey & Mapping Team in Southern California.
In this role, you will lead surveying and mapping projects supporting major infrastructure initiatives including utilities, transportation, aviation, and rail. You will oversee project delivery, guide technical survey teams, and manage client relationships while ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within scope, and aligned with quality standards.

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in California
• 10+ years of progressively responsible land surveying and mapping experience
• 3+ years of project management experience
• Proficiency with industry-standard software including AutoCAD, Trimble Business Center, Microsoft Office, and Teams
• Familiarity with state and county mapping requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead project management efforts including scope development, fee proposals, schedules, and contract negotiations
• Provide technical oversight and strategic direction to survey staff, CAD drafters, and subconsultants
• Manage survey projects including transportation design surveys, right-of-way engineering and mapping, construction surveys, ALTA surveys, and topographic mapping
• Oversee boundary resolution, records of survey, legal descriptions, and GPS control surveys
• Support marketing initiatives including proposal preparation, presentations, and responses to RFPs and RFQs
• Mentor and develop staff to support professional growth and team development
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships within the Southern California market

Benefits

• Employee Ownership: 100% company-paid ESOP plus a 401(k) with immediate company match.
• People First Culture: We value diverse perspectives, collaborative leadership, and a shared commitment to technical excellence and people development.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Flexible and hybrid work options that support both collaboration and focused work.
• Career Growth: Structured career pathing, mentorship opportunities, and leadership development designed to support long-term career advancement.
• DTLA Perks: Company-paid parking in downtown Los Angeles.
• Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
• Incentives: Discretionary performance bonus program
• Time Off: 4 weeks of PTO plus 8 paid holidays
• Total Rewards: Employer-paid medical (HMO, PPO & HSA), dental, vision, life, and disability coverage for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed