Land Survey Project Manager - Lead Projects & Clients

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager- Land Surveying to lead survey projects from scope through delivery. You will manage budgets, schedules, and client communications, while coordinating staff and QA/QC processes to ensure quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, strategic planning, and adherence to quality standards within a collaborative, employee-owned firm. This position requires a background in surveying and project management, with opportunity for growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field (AEC Industry) and minimum of 2 years of related professional experience, or 6 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Participation in continuing education and professional development programs.
• Possess potential leadership abilities to inspire and motivate project teams.
• Organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Technical knowledge in the specific field of the project.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools, with the ability to develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and documentation.
• Understanding of industry standards and best practices related to project management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Negotiation skills to manage contracts, scope changes, and stakeholder agreements effectively.
• An understanding of accounting principles to effectively manage project budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the scope of services, detailed project budget and contract for the Practice Leader's review and approval.
• Coordinates project scheduling.
• Conducting kick-off and interim project status meetings with the project team to discuss tasks, schedules, budgets, etc.
• Completing each project on 'time and on budget'
• Monitoring project schedules and budgets throughout the project life.
• Leading formal Project Reviews.
• Assuring that a QA/QC review is completed at the appropriate stages of each project.
• Determining if a contract needs to be amended and immediately seeks approval of from the Client and supervisor when changes in a project's budget or scope are necessary.
• Serving as primary client contact for selected projects.
• Monitoring project's adherence to company standards, including Quality Control and Quality Assurance specifications and CADD standards.
• Assist in documenting the performance of project team members through completion of Project Staff Reviews.
• Communicating significant performance issues to team members and Practice Leader so that appropriate action may be taken completed at the appropriate stages of each project.
• Determining if a contract needs to be amended and immediately seeks approval of from the Client and supervisor when changes in a project's budget or scope are necessary.
• Professional Land Surveyor's License is preferred
• Serving as primary client contact for selected projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organization

Time-management

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field (AEC Industry)

Master's Degree in related field (AEC Industry)

Job description

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager- Land Surveying to lead survey projects from scope through delivery. You will manage budgets, schedules, and client communications, while coordinating staff and QA/QC processes to ensure quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, strategic planning, and adherence to quality standards within a collaborative, employee-owned firm. This position requires a background in surveying and project management, with opportunity for growth and