Survey Project Manager

About the Role

ESP Associates, Inc. (ESP) is seeking a Survey Project Manager to oversee surveying projects in support of the corporate office in Charleston, SC. This is an excellent opportunity for a survey professional to grow their career in a well-established and growing Engineering, Surveying, and Planning firm.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsible charge of all aspects of a surveying and geomatics group (field and office), including field crews and supporting technical staff involved with public and private sector land improvement projects.
• Initiate and maintain contact with key personnel and officials of organizations and companies.
• Plan, organize, and supervise survey crews, technicians, and other staff members.
• Administer contracts and manage projects, interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments.
• Schedule and assign work to meet completion dates.
• Plan and develop surveying projects with unique or controversial problems, explore subject areas, investigate, and develop novel concepts and approaches.

Requirements

• Licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in North Carolina and/or South Carolina (preferred).
• 5 or more years of progressive experience in surveying management in residential/commercial development.
• Strong self-motivational and organizational skills.
• Experience with survey computations and platting using Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and ArcGIS.
• Field experience with Trimble Survey field equipment.
• Proficiency in survey data management using Trimble or Android devices.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Google Earth, and IT is a plus.
• Thorough working knowledge of GPS required.
• Must pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses.
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%. (Eligibility after 60 days.)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays.
• VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date).
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days).
• Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc.
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid).
• Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Education Reimbursement Opportunities.
• Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan.
• Referral Bonuses.