Associate Director - Survey (Relocation Assistance Available)

Bateman Civil Survey Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Company-Paid Dental Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) & Roth Plans with Matching

Tuition Assistance

PTO

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

Bateman Civil Survey Company in Charlotte, NC, is seeking an Associate Director to oversee all survey operations in the Charlotte office, guiding field crews and office staff, ensuring quality control, and driving departmental growth across boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA/NSPS, and utility surveys.

You will manage project lifecycles, budgets, and client communications, develop SOPs, mentor staff, and support expansion in the Charlotte market while maintaining the highest standards of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in surveying with leadership or management experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and surveying workflows.
• Knowledge of ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic, construction staking, and regulatory standards.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and client communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Charlotte office survey operations, field and office staff performance.
• Ensure quality control and consistency across survey deliverables.
• Manage project lifecycles from proposal through completion, including budgeting.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, and assist in client negotiations.
• Lead training programs for field crews and CAD staff.
• Drive business development to grow the Charlotte market.

Skills

Leadership

Project mgmt

Client relations

Budgeting

Communication

Survey knowledge

GPS/total stations

Drones/UAS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in surveying

Geomatics/Civil Eng

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GPS technology

Robotic total stations

Job description

About Us

Bateman Civil Survey is a leading land surveying and civil engineering firm headquartered in the heart of Apex, North Carolina. We have been providing premium services across this great state and throughout the East Coast for over twenty years. We have an unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction and employee well-being.

About Us

Bateman Civil Survey is a leading land surveying and civil engineering firm headquartered in the heart of Apex, North Carolina. We have been providing premium services across this great state and throughout the East Coast for over twenty years. We have an unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction and employee well-being.

Each engineer, technician, project manager, and administrator are part of a team that recognizes the inherent value of its every member. We take pride in our work and love what we do. We take full advantage of the advances in equipment and technology and are driven to learn and grow at the pace of the world around us. We are looking for team members and leaders that will help us continue to move from “the way we’ve always done it” to a greater level of efficiency and quality than we’ve ever known. That’s where you come in – won’t you join us?

About The Position

The Associate Director for the Charlotte BCSC office is responsible for assisting director in overseeing all survey-related operations within the Charlotte office, including field and office staff, project execution, quality control, and departmental growth. This role provides leadership across all surveying disciplines, including boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA/NSPS, and utility surveys—ensuring consistency, efficiency, and adherence to company standards. The position plays a critical role in scaling operations, mentoring staff, maintaining technical excellence, and supporting strategic expansion in the Charlotte market.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a target of 60–70% billable utilization while balancing leadership responsibilities.
• Oversee all survey operations for the Charlotte office, including fieldwork and office production.
• Ensure quality control and consistency across all survey deliverables.
• Manage project lifecycles from proposal through completion, including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, and assist in negotiations with clients.
• Monitor project budgets, billing, and profitability.
• Collaborate with company leadership to align Charlotte operations with overall company goals.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for both field and office workflows.
• Oversee training programs for field crews and CAD staff, ensuring adoption of best practices and new technologies.
• Support business development efforts and help grow the Charlotte market presence.
• Step into project management or operational roles as needed during high workload periods or staff absences.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy across all survey types.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of progressive experience in surveying, including leadership or management roles.
• Strong working knowledge of field and office survey operations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• North Carolina PLS (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe) preferred.
• Strong leadership and team development skills across both field and office environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of multiple survey types (boundary, topographic, construction staking, ALTA, etc.)
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal surveying regulations and standards.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage budgets, forecasting, and operational performance.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Proficiency in survey technology (GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, drones/UAS is a plus).
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and drafting standards.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Company-Paid Dental Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) & Roth Plans with Matching
• Tuition Assistance
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Career development opportunities
• A commitment to utilizing the latest state of the art technologies
• Laid-Back Family Culture
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance Available

Pay

• $125,000 minimum yearly salary depending upon experience

Notice to Staffing Agencies

BCSC will only consider candidates submitted by a staffing agency with a prior written agreement with our recruiting team for a specific job opening. Unsolicited resumes sent via mail, fax, email, or directly to BCSC employees will be considered property of BCSC and no placement fees will be paid. Only agreements signed by BCSC’s HR Representative or authorized designee are valid.

Bateman Civil Survey Company (BCSC) is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age (40 or older), disability or genetic information (including family medical history), national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.