Lead Field Surveyor/Project Manager

AMI Consulting Engineers; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Personal Leave

Profit Sharing

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

AMI Consulting Engineers seeks a Lead Field Surveyor/Project Manager to oversee field surveying operations and manage multiple projects from planning through completion.

The role combines senior technical expertise with leadership, ensuring accuracy, safety, and efficiency, while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with clients and contractors to deliver on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, Engineering Technology, Physics, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5–10+ years land surveying experience with leadership or supervisory roles.
• THSOA certification or Professional Land Surveyor license, or ability to obtain, is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field survey crews, providing direction, training, and mentorship.
• Manage project lifecycle from scope development to final deliverables and documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, contractors, and clients to communicate status and changes.
• Review survey calculations, drawings, and data for quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying or related field

THSOA certification or PLS license (preferred)

Tools

Trimble

Hypack

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS tools

Job description

AMI is seeking a Lead Field Surveyor/Project Manager to oversee AMI's field surveying operations and manage multiple projects from planning through completion. This role combines senior-level technical expertise with project leadership, ensuring survey deliverables meet the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and efficiency. The Lead Surveyor guides field crews, mentors junior staff, coordinates with clients and contractors, and ensures that all projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Lead and supervise field survey crews, providing direction, training, and mentorship.
• Manage team scheduling, staffing, and workload distribution across multiple projects.
• Ensure all field staff adhere to safety standards, quality expectations, and project procedures.
• Conduct performance reviews and support the development of junior surveyors.

Field Surveying & Technical Expertise

• Perform and oversee advanced surveying tasks including topographic, bathymetric, and as-built surveys.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced survey equipment such as GNSS/GPS, robotic total stations, UAVs, LiDAR, and hydrographic survey equipment such as echosounders, side scans, magnetometers, and ROVs.
• Establish survey control networks and verify field measurements for quality assurance.
• Review field notes, data sets, and field procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Project Management

• Manage the full survey project lifecycle: scope development, scheduling, budgeting, coordination, and final deliverables.
• Prepare project proposals, cost estimates, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, contractors, and clients to communicate project status, requirements, and changes.
• Track project performance metrics and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Review and approve survey calculations, drawings, and final deliverables.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, progress reports, and field records.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, Engineering Technology, Physics, Civil Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• 5 to 10+ years of land surveying experience, including leadership or supervisory roles.
• THSOA certification or Professional Land Surveyor license, or ability to obtain, is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with surveying equipment and software (Trimble, Hypack, AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS tools, etc.).
• Strong understanding of survey principles, mapping standards, and construction methods.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; ability to travel to field sites as needed.
• Strong leadership, team coordination, and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• High-level problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

• Combination of outdoor fieldwork and office-based project work.
• Exposure to varying climates, terrains, and active construction environments.
• Ability to lift and carry survey equipment and work extended hours when necessary.

Compensation:

Wage and benefits package dependent upon qualifications and experience of candidate. This position is eligible for the full company benefits package, including:

• Competitive Salary, based on candidate's experience
• Group Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k Plan
• Term Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Insurance Options

About AMI Consulting Engineers, PA

AMI is a leading waterfronts and infrastructure engineering firm that was established in 2006. AMI provides large company capabilities in a small company atmosphere with high standards of professionalism, quality control, and representation upheld throughout all projects. AMI has offices located in: Superior, WI (Duluth, MN); Vadnais Heights, MN (St. Paul, MN); and Pensacola, FL. AMI has a strong culture and promotes a flexible work environment.