Survey Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Survey Manager at LJA Surveying, you will be responsible for the daily management of Sr. Project Managers, Project Managers and multiple survey technicians and support staff in the Arizona Survey Department.

TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

• Responsible for supervision of business and project operations in the Arizona Survey department.
• Responsible for the supervision of budget, client relations and business development.
• Directly supervises the daily activities of the Arizona Survey department, including project time and cost estimates.
• Responsible for overseeing manpower and project projections.
• Prioritize long-term resources.
• Organize project team.
• Achieve financial objectives.
• Analyze team and group financial performance.
• Initiate corrective actions.
• Report results to management.
• Establish project plan and objectives.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to help them determine timeframes, budgets, staffing, and project schedule.
• Assist with developing project proposals as needed.
• Respond to project inquiries.
• Serve as liaison between client and project team members.
• Research project information.
• Utilize AutoCAD and other related software packages as needed.
• Communicate with other survey staff.
• Provide guidance to team members.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Professional Licensed Surveyor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10 years’ experience in the industry
• 5 years of project management experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

• At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned.
• This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member.
• We’re building something big!
• We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
• 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 to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.