Licensed Land Surveyor / Project Manager

AleraInfoTech; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision

Sign-on bonus $5k-$10k (relocation)

Tuition support

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

JMT, an employee-owned ESOP, is seeking a Senior Survey Project Manager in Richmond, VA to lead field and office teams delivering boundary, topographic, SUE, and transportation surveys for state DOT and municipal roadway projects. You will plan, schedule, and oversee multiple crews, ensure QA/QC, manage client relationships, and drive business development within the Survey discipline.

The role requires a PLS license, 8+ years of experience in land surveying, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Active PLS license in at least one U.S. state (or ability to obtain in primary work state within six months).
• Eight or more years of progressive land-surveying experience, including DOT/roadway or transportation projects.
• Proficiency with MicroStation / OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local survey regulations.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a standard seven-year background screen.
• U.S. work authorization (or TN visa eligibility).

Responsibilities

• Direct two or more field crews; assemble field data, perform calculations, prepare plats and legal descriptions.
• Maintain QA/QC on deliverables, budgets, schedules, and invoicing.
• Serve as client point-of-contact and represent JMT at project and industry meetings.
• Mentor survey staff; conduct goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews.
• Support pursuit strategy and proposal preparation for new survey opportunities.

Education

Active PLS license

Tools

MicroStation / OpenRoads / AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Location: Richmond, VA | Type: Direct hire | Work Mode: On site

Salary: Compensation is $85k - $145k, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications.

Experience: Mid-senior

Start Date: To be decided

Full Job Overview

Position Summary

• As an employee-owner in JMT's award-winning ESOP, you will lead field and office teams delivering boundary, topographic, SUE, and transportation surveys for state DOT and municipal roadway projects. The role plans, schedules, and oversees multiple crews, ensures QA/QC compliance, manages client relationships, and drives business development within the Survey discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct two or more field crews; assemble field data, perform calculations, prepare plats and legal descriptions.
• Maintain QA/QC on deliverables, budgets, schedules, and invoicing.
• Serve as client point-of-contact and represent JMT at project and industry meetings.
• Mentor survey staff; conduct goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews.
• Support pursuit strategy and proposal preparation for new survey opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Active PLS license in at least one U.S. state or the ability to obtain licensure in the primary work state within six months (JMT pays exam fees and supports reciprocity).
• Eight plus years of progressive land-surveying experience, including DOT/roadway or transportation projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MicroStation / OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local survey regulations.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a standard seven-year background screen.
• U.S. work authorization (or TN visa eligibility).

Preferred

• Multistate licensure, SUE experience, aerial/LiDAR/sUAS familiarity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $85 000 - $145 000, commensurate with licensure depth and leadership scope.
• ESOP participation and 401(k) with match; medical, dental, vision starting the first of the month after 30 days; HSA options.
• Sign-on bonus $5 000 - $10 000 (issued at 90 days) usable for relocation; alternative reimbursement structure available.
• Typical work week 45-50 hours; paid time off, tuition support, and professional development reimbursement.

Career Path

• Project Manager ? Practice Lead / Department Head.