Survey Project Manager

French & Parrello Associates•Wall Township, NJ

1d•$100,000 - $145,000

About The Position

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking an experienced Survey Project Manager for its Surveying Department in Wall Township, New Jersey. The role manages survey projects from initiation through completion, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, technical quality, and deliverables. The project manager serves as a primary client contact, coordinates field and office resources, provides technical guidance, and collaborates with engineers and other professionals across the firm’s multidisciplinary teams. FPA’s Surveying Department supports land development, municipal infrastructure, transportation, utility, and other engineering projects throughout New Jersey. The Survey Project Manager will oversee a variety of survey services and ensure work is completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with applicable standards, company quality-control procedures, and client requirements. The role also includes client relationship development, business development support, staff mentorship, and participation in meetings, site visits, and presentations as needed. FPA is an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm. The company describes a collaborative environment offering multidisciplinary project work, mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

At least 8 years of progressive surveying experience, including experience managing survey projects.
Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, practices, and applicable standards.
Experience with boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, construction, right-of-way, and/or utility surveying.
Experience coordinating field crews and survey technicians.
Strong understanding of survey plans, plats, legal descriptions, easements, and related documentation.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or other relevant surveying and design software.
Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with clients, contractors, field personnel, engineers, and other stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive client relationships.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage surveying projects from initiation through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and deliverables.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain long-term professional relationships.
Prepare and review proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates, schedules, and contracts.
Coordinate field survey activities and work with survey crews to ensure accurate and timely data collection.
Provide technical oversight and quality control for boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, construction, utility, and other survey projects.
Review survey plans, maps, legal descriptions, easements, plats, and other technical deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
Coordinate survey services with civil engineering, transportation, structural, environmental, planning, and other disciplines.
Monitor project budgets, schedules, staffing, and financial performance.
Identify potential project issues and develop solutions to keep projects moving forward.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to surveyors, technicians, and field personnel.
Coordinate with internal project managers and department leaders to align survey services with overall project requirements.
Assist with business development, including identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, and supporting proposals.
Participate in client and project meetings, site visits, and presentations as needed.
Maintain awareness of applicable surveying standards, regulations, codes, and industry practices.
Ensure projects meet company quality-control procedures and client expectations.
Support development of new clients and opportunities in surveying and broader engineering markets.
Perform other related duties as assigned.