Survey Manager

Arcadis•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Survey Manager (Non-Licensed) is responsible for managing day-to-day surveying operations in support of civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Cincinnati region. This role provides technical oversight, resource coordination, and staff leadership while ensuring survey work is delivered safely, accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with project and company standards. The Survey Manager works closely with licensed surveyors, engineers, and project managers but does not require professional licensure. This position is a key operational leadership role supporting the firm’s survey and civil engineering services. While the Survey Manager is not responsible for licensure or sealing documents, the role is critical to execution quality, staff development, and overall project success.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
7+ years of progressive experience in surveying, including field and office responsibilities.
Demonstrated experience leading survey crews or managing survey projects.
Strong understanding of construction support surveys and coordination with engineering teams.
Licensure not required; experience working under the direction of a licensed surveyor is expected.
Proficiency with GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, and conventional survey methods.
Working knowledge of CAD and survey software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroStation, Trimble, Leica, or equivalent).
Understanding of coordinate systems, control networks, and survey data workflows.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and construction drawings.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Clear communicator with the ability to work across disciplines.
Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate survey services for multiple projects, including topographic surveys, construction staking, utility surveys, ALTA support, and as-built documentation.
Translate project requirements into survey scopes, work plans, schedules, and crew assignments.
Review field data, calculations, and CAD files prior to submittal to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Coordinate survey activities with civil engineering teams, construction staff, and external stakeholders.
Support proposal development with scope input, staffing plans, and fee estimates related to survey work.
Lead and supervise survey field crews, technicians, and office staff.
Mentor junior staff in field methods, data processing, and project delivery standards.
Coordinate staffing needs, manage workloads, and balance field and office resources.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance feedback in coordination with department leadership.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company safety policies and site-specific requirements.
Implement and maintain survey QA/QC procedures across field and office work.
Identify and resolve technical or field issues before they impact project delivery.
Ensure survey deliverables align with applicable regulations and client expectations; coordinate with licensed surveyors for final review and sealing where required.
Oversee the effective use of survey equipment, software, and data management workflows.
Evaluate and recommend new survey technologies, tools, or process improvements.
Maintain survey equipment inventories and coordinate calibration, maintenance, and upgrades.