Survey Manager (PLS)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Survey Manager with an active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license to lead our survey operations and manage a high-performing team of survey professionals across multiple locations. This role combines technical expertise, people leadership, and project oversight to ensure quality deliverables, client satisfaction, and efficient project execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of survey staff, including surveyors, technicians, and field crews
• Manage workload planning, staffing, scheduling, and project prioritization
• Oversee and perform survey review, calculations, boundary analysis, and QA/QC
• Ensure compliance with state laws, professional standards, and company procedures
• Serve as the responsible PLS on survey projects, including signing and sealing plans
• Coverage with project managers, engineers, and clients to support project goals
• Support staff development through mentoring, training, and performance feedback
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and team development activities
• Aid with budgeting, resource forecasting, and continuous process improvement
• Represent the survey department in internal meetings and client interactions
• All other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in [State] (multi-state licensure a plus)
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive survey experience
• Proven experience managing or leading a survey team
• Strong knowledge of boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking
• Proficiency with survey software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, or similar)
• Experience repairing and reviewing Platts is preferred and not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and quality standards

Qualifications

• Experience working in a consulting or multidisciplinary engineering environment
• Familiarity with UAV, LiDAR, or advanced survey technologies
• Prior responsibility for departmental operations, budgeting, or workflow improvements
• Strong client-facing and business development support experience

Benefits

• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance with option to buy up
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA) Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k match program & access to asset management services
• Year-end bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell back program
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Costco membership
• Paid day of community service

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with strong survey knowledge, proven team management experience, and the ability to balance hands-on technical work with strategic planning.