Senior Survey Project Manager - Commercial

Pape-Dawson Engineers•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides oversight and leadership for land surveying projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, budget adherence, and the highest quality of deliverables. This role manages complex and high-profile projects while mentoring and developing Survey Department staff.

Requirements

Registered as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment.
Minimum of 12 years of experience as a surveyor.
At least 5 years of previous supervisory experience, leading and managing survey teams.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions independently in a fast-paced and dynamic production environment.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, manage performance, and resolve personnel issues effectively.
Proven ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.
Dependable, reliable, and capable of overseeing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to address and resolve the most complex survey challenges.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations.
Provide expert guidance and direction to Survey Technicians, Field Crews, and Project Managers on complex and high-profile projects.
Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules and regulations governing professional land surveying.
Develop and review detailed project proposals, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets.
Manage and oversee project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance for large-scale or complex projects.
Perform advanced quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables prepared by team members.
Lead the development and implementation of corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles.
Manage, train, and mentor members of the Survey Department, focusing on career development and technical growth.
Lead initiatives to identify and implement innovative processes, tools, and technologies to enhance department efficiency and accuracy.
Resolve survey issues or challenges, providing expert-level solutions and recommendations.