Senior Survey Project Manager - Commercial

Job Description:

Overview:

This position provides oversight and leadership for land surveying projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, budget adherence, and the highest quality of deliverables. This role manages complex and high-profile projects while mentoring and developing Survey Department staff.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations.

• Provide expert guidance and direction to Survey Technicians, Field Crews, and Project Managers on complex and high-profile projects.

• Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules and regulations governing professional land surveying.

• Develop and review detailed project proposals, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets.

• Manage and oversee project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance for large-scale or complex projects.

• Perform advanced quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables prepared by team members.

• Lead the development and implementation of corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles.

• Manage, train, and mentor members of the Survey Department, focusing on career development and technical growth.

• Lead initiatives to identify and implement innovative processes, tools, and technologies to enhance department efficiency and accuracy.

• Resolve survey issues or challenges, providing expert-level solutions and recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Registered as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment.

• Minimum of 12 years of experience as a surveyor.

• At least 5 years of previous supervisory experience, leading and managing survey teams.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions independently in a fast-paced and dynamic production environment.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, manage performance, and resolve personnel issues effectively.

• Proven ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.

• Dependable, reliable, and capable of overseeing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to address and resolve the most complex survey challenges.

• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at Recruiting@pape-dawson.com or call (210) 375-9000.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.