Professional Land Surveyor - Project Manager

Barry Isett & Associates; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as a Professional Land Surveyor Project Manager. This role offers a unique chance to lead projects that enrich the community while working in a values-driven environment. You will manage survey teams, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain project budgets. The company is recognized for its award-winning culture, providing a supportive atmosphere for career advancement and work-life balance. If you are passionate about land surveying and looking for a role that makes a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible working schedules

Paid vacation/holiday/sick time

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Parental leave

401k/Roth match

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor license in PA required.
• Strong organizational and project management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and communicate with clients effectively.
• Supervise survey field and office staff to ensure project success.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Professional Land Surveyor License in PA

SIT Certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Description

Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) is an employee-owned multi-discipline engineering/consulting firm headquartered in Allentown, PA, with additional offices throughout eastern and central PA. Isett associates get the opportunity to perform meaningful work that helps enrich our community each and every day. Our company is a values-based organization which has been recognized for its award-winning culture through several regional and statewide programs:

• Best Places to Work in PA (annually since 2019)
• The Morning Call’s Top Workplaces (annually, since 2013)
• Empowering Women Award by Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business (2023)
• Philadelphia Inquirer’s Top Workplaces (2023)
• Corporate Citizen of the Year (by the Lehigh Valley Business Journal)
• The Societas Award for Responsible Corporate Conduct (for Ethics).

Benefits

• Career advancement and continuing education opportunities
• Employee engagement events and parties
• Work-life balance & flexible working schedules
• Paid vacation/holiday/sick time
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Discounted and/or free Isett wear
• Parental leave
• 401k/Roth match

We have an opportunity for an experienced Professional Land Surveyor to join us as Project Manager within the Land Surveying department based out of our Delaware Valley office in Phoenixville, PA.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing proposals and communicating with clients.
• Performing project research.
• Supervising survey field and office staff.
• Reviewing accuracy of survey data, notes, and sketches.
• Performing computations for boundary, topographic, as-built, and construction surveys.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Conducting client meetings.
• Attending municipal meetings.
• Working closely with the Department Head to assure operational goals are met.
• Coordinating the proper care and maintenance of all assigned survey equipment, vehicles, and tools.

Requirements

• Professional Land Surveyor license in PA (MD and/or NJ a plus; we would consider an SIT that could obtain their PLS within 6 months of hire)
• Strong organizational, technical, and communication skills
• Prior project and client management experience
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center (Bentley MicroStation a plus)
• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Remains familiar with the common laws of boundaries
• Responsibilities will require a blend of office and field work and will require the ability to endure moderate physical strain, including walking and standing for extended periods of time, climbing, and working outdoors in sites that are under construction in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license - for travel to client sites/meetings
• Ability to attend evening meetings
• Ability to obtain clearances (for PA Act 34, 114, and 151) as we often work at school sites in PA.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), nation origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information (including family medical history).

Please, no third-party recruiters.