Survey Manager

NV5•Bothell, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

NV5, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Surveyor/Manager to join its West Coast Geomatics team. This role will lead operations in the Washington service area and support Geomatics staff in other Mountain West and Pacific Northwest locations. The position can be based in Bothell, Olympia, Seattle, or Vancouver, WA. The successful candidate will help expand Washington and Pacific Northwest operations, oversee professional review of work products, manage office and field production, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. This role will also support business development efforts by preparing scopes of work, fee estimates, proposals, and fostering client relationships.

Requirements

Washington Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) registration required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics (surveying) or a related program preferred.
Minimum of ten (10) years in surveying and mapping, plus at least three (3) years of project management experience.
Proficiency with Trimble survey equipment and software preferred.
Experience with Civil3D (Version 2022 or newer); MicroStation Open Roads is a plus.
Ability to interpret survey drawings, plans, and specifications.
Knowledge of principles of monumentation, staking, and marking.
Advanced understanding of local survey laws, surveying principles, techniques, and procedures, as well as occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
Strong interpersonal skills with effective written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work productively and positively in both field and office settings.
Consistent attendance, punctuality, and reliability.
Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company insurability standards.

Nice To Haves

CFedS certification and PLS registration in adjacent states is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise project survey teams across urban, rural, and remote areas of Washington and the Pacific Northwest, including scheduling, coordination, and daily operations.
Manage diverse project types, including: Control, Boundary, Subdivision, ALTA, Topographic & Design surveys, 3D Scanning and Modeling, Aerial Mapping Control and UAV LiDAR & Imagery surveys, Construction Staking (site development and highway), Bathymetric Surveys.
Oversee project management activities, including business development, quality control, project tracking, and client communication.
Provide professional and technical oversight, guidance, and mentorship to team members.
Monitor projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring compliance with technical and contractual requirements.
Perform quality control checks on computations and final deliverables.
Conduct project research, logistics planning, and review plats and legal descriptions.
Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and project-specific safety plans.
Perform additional duties as assigned.