Survey Manager - to $180K - Path to Directorship

PCR Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

PCR Talent is seeking an experienced Survey Manager in Sydney to lead major land development projects and guide both office and field survey teams. The role combines technical delivery with commercial responsibility and directorship potential within a reputable Sydney consultancy.

The ideal candidate will have NSW licensure, a strong cadastral background, and proven ability to manage budgets and client relationships while driving business growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed or Registered Surveyor (NSW) preferred.
• Strong background in cadastral and land development surveying.
• Proven leadership experience managing survey teams and project delivery.
• Commercially minded with strong client-facing skills.
• Ambitious and motivated to take on broader business responsibilities over time.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of major subdivision and land development projects.
• Lead and mentor office and field survey teams.
• Oversee project budgets, costings and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with developers, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Drive operational efficiency and contribute to business growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Cadastral surveying

Land development surveying

Client relationship management

Budget management

Job description

Survey Manager - to $180K - Path to Directorship

Survey Manager - Clear Path to Directorship This established Sydney surveying consultancy has built a strong reputation delivering large-scale land subdivision projects for both private and public sector clients. With a strong project pipeline and long-term growth plans, the business is seeking an experienced Survey Manager to lead operations and help shape the next chapter of the company's success.

Reporting directly to the Directors, you'll take ownership of project delivery across major land development projects while leading survey teams, managing resources, overseeing budgets and maintaining key client relationships.

This is a highly autonomous position suited to someone who enjoys balancing technical delivery with leadership and commercial responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of major subdivision and land development projects.
• Lead and mentor office and field survey teams.
• Oversee project budgets, costings and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with developers, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Drive operational efficiency and contribute to business growth initiatives.

What's On Offer?

• Established and respected Sydney consultancy with a strong reputation in land development.
• Large-scale projects for leading private and public sector clients.
• Genuine autonomy and influence over project and business outcomes.
• Flexible, family-friendly culture that values work-life balance.
• Clear succession pathway with future Directorship potential.

About You

• Licensed or Registered Surveyor (NSW) preferred.
• Strong background in cadastral and land development surveying.
• Proven leadership experience managing survey teams and project delivery.
• Commercially minded with strong client-facing skills.
• Ambitious and motivated to take on broader business responsibilities over time.

For an experienced Survey Manager seeking more than just another leadership role, this offers a genuine pathway into the future ownership and direction of a successful Sydney surveying business.

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