Survey Project Manager

SOUTHEASTERN SURVEYING & MAPPING CORP • Leesburg, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Survey Project Manager provides overall management and direction for survey projects, including client communication and development, project scoping and scheduling, procurement, cost and progress monitoring, management, and reporting. The role supervises conventional, GPS, and laser-scanning survey activities and supports infrastructure projects for state and local government agencies. The Project Manager coordinates project requirements among clients, field teams, and CAD technicians, oversees quality assurance and quality control, and helps ensure that project deliverables and proposals meet company objectives and client needs.

The position also guides field personnel, supports training, develops business and client relationships, and contributes to long-term organizational goals. Occasional field surveying and light office duties may be required. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• Must be a Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) or Certified Survey Technician IV.
• A two-year degree in Surveying or Engineering, a four-year degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution, or a combination of experience and training demonstrating the ability to perform the duties.
• Five to ten years of experience managing or surveying infrastructure projects supporting state and local government agencies.
• Experience performing Boundary Surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, and as-built plans.
• Familiarity and experience using MicroStation to support FDOT transportation projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, other CAD programs, and Microsoft Office.
• Proven working experience in project management.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills, including strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to solve practical problems in situations with limited standardization and to handle frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to work collaboratively, contribute to a positive team environment, and welcome feedback.
• Tactful interpersonal approach, ability to react well under pressure, and adaptability to frequent change.
• Integrity, ethical conduct, and support for the organization's culture, goals, and values.
• Valid driver's license and continued eligibility to drive under the company vehicle policy.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Professional Land Surveyor (PLS), or the ability to obtain PLS registration within one year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage survey activities related to conventional, GPS, and laser-scanning surveys.
• Establish bids and work estimates in accordance with the company's profit and growth objectives.
• Develop project scopes through client negotiation and project knowledge, clearly documenting project details for the Project Manager, field teams, and CAD technicians.
• Ensure client letters and proposals follow routine company correspondence practices.
• Ensure technical quality assurance and quality control of final products before client submission.
• Ensure requests for proposals are submitted on time and bids and estimates align with company objectives.
• Prepare comprehensive job packets containing research materials, scope of work, work orders, and required forms.
• Develop schedules for long-term projects based on the negotiated scope and estimated completion timeframe.
• Prepare cost and time estimates for survey proposals.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and performance feedback to field personnel, and provide training and support in survey procedures as needed.
• Verify that project research is complete before releasing work to field teams.
• Organize and document post-project meetings to review improvement opportunities, communication, schedules, and estimated versus actual job costs, including variance reports.
• Organize project folders for purging and scanning.
• Generate new business leads using various marketing strategies, assist with client marketing, and strengthen existing client relationships.
• Participate in and support the development of long-term goals and objectives.
• Read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents.
• Respond to client and job-site inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Occasionally perform surveying tasks in the field and light office duties such as filing, copying, and scanning.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree