Sr. Project Manager - Survey

About the Role

As a Project Manager at LJA Surveying, you will manage multiple survey technicians and support staff in the Denver Survey Department. This role involves overseeing business and project operations, including supervision of budget, client relations, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the Tennessee Survey department, including project time and cost estimates.
• Oversee manpower and project projections.
• Business Responsibilities:
  • Establish annual business plan with the President and Vice President.
  • Set office objectives and collaborate with Project Managers.
  • Balance staffing and workload, prioritize long-term resources, and organize project teams.
  • Achieve financial objectives and analyze team/group financial performance.
  • Initiate corrective actions and report results to management.
  • Establish project plans and objectives, including timeframes, budgets, staffing, and schedules.
  • Assist with developing project proposals as needed.
  • Maintain executive-level client relationships and respond to project inquiries.
  • Serve as liaison between client and project team members.
  • Research project information and utilize AutoCAD/related software packages.
  • Communicate with other survey staff and provide guidance to team members.

Requirements

• Professional Licensed Surveyor (required).
• 10 years’ experience in the industry.
• 5 years of project management experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Midstream experience (a plus).

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses via our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Rewards for referring great talent.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations.
• Career Growth: Internal mobility opportunities.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring-your-kid-to-work day, and more.

About LJA

LJA is an employee-owned firm where team members take pride in their work and workplace. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and a shared vision of success. Key differentiators include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace.
• Internal recruitment, in-house training, and industry-specific marketing.
• Flexibility for teams/offices to lead with proven approaches.
• Commitment to continuous learning, personal growth, and evolution.
• Passion for fun, profitability, and impactful work.

With nearly 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners, LJA offers hands-on experience, exposure to diverse clients/services, and opportunities for career growth.