Survey Manager - Perth / Bunbury

Noble Consulting Surveyors; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Surveys is seeking a Survey Manager to lead the delivery of surveying services across WA construction, infrastructure and mining projects from Perth or Bunbury. You will mentor senior surveyors, coordinate teams and resources, and ensure quality, safety and timely delivery.

Based with our WA offices, you will drive project planning, cost accountability and client satisfaction while maintaining technical standards and supporting a positive safety culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in surveying with previous Survey Manager experience essential.
• Experience in engineering, civil, construction or infrastructure surveying.
• Demonstrated experience managing survey teams and coordinating multiple projects.
• Ability to plan resources and prioritise competing project requirements.
• Strong technical knowledge of field surveying, data processing and quality control.
• Understanding of project costs, productivity and commercial performance.
• Strong communication skills and client relationship building.
• Mentoring and developing less experienced surveyors.
• Experience with Trimble GNSS, total stations and associated surveying equipment.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center (TBC), Civil 3D or similar software would be advantageous.
• Exposure to UAV/drone surveying, machine control or laser scanning would be highly regarded.
• Proactive and organized approach; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of surveying services across multiple projects.
• Lead, support and develop Senior Surveyors and survey team members.
• Coordinate personnel, equipment and resources to meet project requirements.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, quality and financial performance.
• Work with Project Managers and clients to understand requirements and maintain effective project delivery.
• Review survey information, calculations, field data and deliverables for accuracy.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to survey teams.
• Assist with project planning, quotations, invoicing and reporting.
• Identify potential issues early and implement practical solutions to minimise delays.
• Maintain strong communication with clients and project stakeholders.
• Promote consistent survey practices and quality standards.
• Provide mentoring to develop capability and confidence of the team.
• Support a positive safety culture and ensure project compliance.
• Contribute to improving Noble Surveys’ systems, processes and delivery.

Skills

Survey management

People leadership

Resource planning

Client communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Trimble GNSS

Total stations

TBC

Civil 3D

Drone surveying

Laser scanning

Job description

Lead Survey Delivery. Support Your Team. Make an Impact.

Noble Surveys is looking for an experienced Survey Manager to join our team, based from either our Perth or Bunbury office.

This is a senior role with responsibility for overseeing the successful delivery of surveying services across a range of construction, infrastructure and mining projects throughout Western Australia.

You’ll work closely with our survey teams, project managers and clients to ensure projects are properly planned, resourced and delivered. From the initial project handover through to completion, you’ll have a hands‑on role in maintaining technical standards, managing resources, supporting our people and ensuring projects perform both operationally and commercially.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and helping a team perform at its best.

The Role

• Oversee the delivery of surveying services across multiple projects.
• Lead, support and develop Senior Surveyors and survey team members.
• Coordinate personnel, equipment and resources to meet project requirements.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, quality and financial performance.
• Work with Project Managers and clients to understand requirements and maintain effective project delivery.
• Review survey information, calculations, field data and final deliverables to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to survey teams when required.
• Assist with project planning, quotations, invoicing and reporting.
• Identify potential issues early and implement practical solutions to minimise delays and rework.
• Maintain strong communication with clients and project stakeholders.
• Promote consistent survey practices, quality standards and efficient ways of working.
• Provide mentoring and support to develop the technical capability and confidence of the survey team.
• Support a positive safety culture and ensure work is carried out in accordance with project and company requirements.
• Contribute to improving Noble Surveys’ systems, processes and overall project delivery.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an experienced survey professional who is confident working at a senior level and can balance technical requirements, people leadership and project outcomes.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in surveying, with previous Survey Manager experience essential.
• Strong experience in engineering, civil, construction or infrastructure surveying.
• Demonstrated experience managing survey teams and coordinating multiple projects.
• The ability to effectively plan resources and prioritise competing project requirements.
• Strong technical knowledge of field surveying, data processing and quality control.
• A practical understanding of project costs, productivity and commercial performance.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with clients and project teams.
• A genuine interest in mentoring and developing less experienced surveyors.
• Experience with Trimble GNSS, total stations and associated surveying equipment.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center (TBC), Civil 3D or similar software would be advantageous.
• Exposure to UAV/drone surveying, machine control or laser scanning would be highly regarded.
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

What You Can Expect at Noble Surveys

This is an opportunity to take on a role where your contribution will be visible across both project delivery and the wider survey team.

At Noble Surveys, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Take ownership of a varied portfolio of WA construction, infrastructure and mining projects.
• Work with experienced survey professionals and project teams.
• Have genuine input into how projects are planned and delivered.
• Develop and strengthen the capability of the survey team.
• Work across a combination of technical, operational, client and leadership responsibilities.
• Be involved in improving systems and processes as our business continues to grow.
• Work with modern surveying technology and equipment.
• Build long‑term relationships with clients and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
• Be part of a team that values quality work, accountability, practical thinking and collaboration.
• Receive remuneration aligned with your experience and the responsibilities of the position.

About Noble Surveys

Noble Surveys is a Western Australian surveying business providing surveying services across construction, infrastructure and mining.

With offices in Perth and Bunbury, our teams work across a diverse range of projects throughout WA, providing practical and reliable surveying solutions supported by modern technology and experienced field personnel.

We’re continuing to grow and are looking for people who take pride in their work, take ownership of their responsibilities and want to contribute to a strong and capable team.

Overseas candidates will not be considered for this position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.