Survey Project Manager

Gaskins + LeCraw a Pape-Dawson Company•The Woodlands, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pape-Dawson is seeking a Survey Project Manager for its Woodlands, Texas office. The position oversees land surveying projects, including regulatory compliance, budget management, and quality assurance of deliverables. It requires leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to coordinate with teams and clients and support project success. The Survey Project Manager also mentors team members and fosters a collaborative, productive work environment. The role plans and coordinates the local survey department’s work, guides Survey Technicians and Field Crews, and manages project proposals, budgets, invoicing, and financial performance. It reviews project deliverables for quality, enforces corporate QA/QC guidelines, maintains professional relationships, and leads resolution of complex survey issues.

Requirements

Must be a Professional Land Surveyor in Texas.
Minimum of 12 years of experience as a surveyor.
Ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions independently in a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, staff, and other stakeholders.
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to manage performance, provide feedback, and handle personnel matters.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
Dependable and reliable, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to handle complex survey challenges.
Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department.
Provide guidance and direction to Survey Technicians and Field Crews.
Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules and regulations governing professional land surveying.
Prepare detailed project proposals, including timelines and budgets.
Manage project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance.
Perform quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other team deliverables.
Adhere to and enforce corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles.
Manage, train, and mentor Survey Department members to support their professional development.
Maintain and develop professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
Lead and support the resolution of complex survey issues or challenges.