Land Surveying Project Manager

KCI Technologies; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies is seeking a Survey Project Manager to lead the successful management of survey projects, ensuring on-time delivery and within budget. You will coordinate client communications, budgets, and staffing, while upholding QA/QC standards across the project lifecycle.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in an AEC-related field with 2+ years of experience (or 6 years of equivalent) and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry) and a minimum of 2 years of related professional experience; or 6 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Leadership potential to inspire and motivate project teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client and stakeholder interactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned survey projects from scope to closeout within time and budget.
• Maintain superior client relationships and serve as primary client contact.
• Coordinate scheduling, budgets, and contracts; perform kick-off and status meetings.
• Ensure QA/QC at appropriate project stages and monitor adherence to standards.
• Identify budget or scope changes and obtain necessary approvals from client and supervisor.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Budgeting

Leadership

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Professional Land Surveyor’s License (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

The Survey Project Manager is accountable for the successful management of assigned projects. This person is also responsible for assisting in marketing and client development, technical quality, profitability, schedule, project staff coordination, client communications, scoping and negotiating scopes and fees, client follow-up, billing/collections and maintenance.

• The Project Manager must maintain superior relationships with each of his/her clients.
• Direct communication with Survey Practice Leader is essential.
• The Project Manager may manage several projects and tasks and will be responsible for completing those tasks simultaneously. Will be responsible for, but not limited to:
  • Preparing 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

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• 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.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)
• Professional Land Surveyor’s License

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Ability to complete the KCI PM Training and Contract Risk Training along with passing the PM Board within 6 months of start date.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment.
• Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.