Professional Land Surveyor - Project Manager
About The Position
At MacKay Sposito, we believe great people build great communities—and that starts with hiring the right talent. MacKay Sposito is looking for a motivated and relationship-driven Professional Land Surveyor - Project Manager to join our team. Focused on growth, the role offers the unique opportunity to mentor the team in their work, provide thought-leadership and build expertise across a multitude of projects. In this role, you’ll manage survey projects from initiation through delivery, working closely with clients, project teams, and field crews. We’re looking for someone with advanced technical expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for supporting the growth of the communities we serve. Ready to amplify your impact & shape your career? Let’s talk.
Requirements
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Washington or ability to transfer/obtain a Washington license within an acceptable timeframe.
- Up to 5 years of experience managing survey projects.
- Strong knowledge of surveying principles, practices, and equipment (including GPS, robotic total stations, and data collectors).
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey software (such as Trimble Business Center or similar).
- Proven ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to lead and mentor field crews and office staff.
Nice To Haves
- 7+ years of progressive project management experience in land surveying.
- Experience working with both private development and public infrastructure projects.
- Established relationships with local municipalities and reviewing agencies.
- Experience developing proposals and supporting business development efforts.
Responsibilities
- Manage a variety of land surveying projects, including boundary, topographic, ALTA, final parcel maps, subdivision maps, legal descriptions, and construction staking surveys.
- Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong and responsive communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Oversee field and office survey teams, providing technical guidance, quality assurance, and mentorship.
- Review and certify survey documents, including plats, legal descriptions, and exhibits.
- Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and public agencies to support project goals.
- Ensure all survey activities meet applicable regulatory, professional, and quality standards.
- Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and responses to RFPs.
- Participate in business development activities and maintain positive client relationships.
- Stay current with industry standards, equipment, software, and regulatory requirements.
Benefits
- A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.
- Excellent reputation - Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
- We give back to the community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we supported a host of local organizations focusing on our community pillars of veterans and youth. Our team members volunteer as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and a host of other volunteer positions and initiatives.
- Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefits package, including access to our company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. 100% company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company 401k plan with up to a 4% match Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual profit-sharing bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
