Licensed Land Surveyor Surveying Manager

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health care coverage

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking a Senior Surveyor to lead and direct survey teams in field data collection, measurements, and mapping for construction and land development projects. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and client interaction in a dynamic environment.

You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local surveying regulations, while coordinating with clients and contributing to project planning and budgets. A ten-year track record and licensure are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of surveying experience.
• Must be a Professional Registered Land Surveyor.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local surveying regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble field data, perform survey calculations, and prepare legal descriptions.
• Manage operations of multiple field crews.
• Provide quality control and quality assurance on all project work.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets and billing.
• Responsible for client management on projects.
• Business development for discipline in market.
• Lead and manage team members with coaching and performance reviews.

Skills

InRoads

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

High school diploma

Professional Registered Land Surveyor

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee‑owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary

This position plans, organizes and directs work of other surveyors and technicians engaged in surveying the earth’s surface to determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, area, and contours for construction, mapmaking, utility locations, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), land division, titles or other purposes. The successful candidate will promote safe work practices of all survey staff. They will evaluate progress of the staff, obtain results, and recommend major changes to achieve overall results. They will also represent the company in meetings and conferences with clients and potential clients.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assemble field data, perform survey calculations, and prepare legal descriptions
• Manage operations of multiple field crews
• Provide quality control and quality assurance on all project work
• Prepare and monitor project budgets and billing
• Responsible for client management on projects
• Business development for discipline in market
• Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• General understanding of survey plan preparation using Inroads/Microstation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must
• Familiarity with subsurface utility designating and locating preferred
• Familiarity with aerial mapping, LiDAR scanning and sUAS is preferred
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Able to pass Background Check

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 10+ years of experience in surveying
• Professional Registered Land Surveyor
• A working knowledge of Federal, State and local jurisdiction surveying regulations is required

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 35 lbs) may be required as needed.

Some travel required.

Some night shift work required.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee‑owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Able to pass Background Check