Senior Project Manager – Survey Department

Adobe-Associates; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plan options

401(k) savings plan

Flexible work schedule (9/80 or 4/10)

Generous holidays and PTO

Wellness Program

Office events and team-building

Job summary

Adobe Associates Inc. in Santa Rosa, CA seeks an experienced land surveyor to join the team and lead field crews.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of survey and management experience, licensure in California or pursuing licensure, and proficiency in boundary and ALTA surveys, topographic mapping, and construction staking. The role requires strong communication with clients and agencies, expertise with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, drones/UAS, and the ability to coordinate across departments.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the State of California as a Professional Land Surveyor (or at minimum currently seeking licensure).
• Familiarity with working in Sonoma, Marin, and Napa County and good working relationships with the agencies within those jurisdictions.
• 5+ years management experience – especially of multiple crews.
• Experience in field work, field procedures, & current application of equipment used today.
• Experience with Topographic Mapping, Records of Survey, ALTA’s, Subdivision Maps and processes, Lot Line Adjustments, Construction Staking and Calculations, Legal Descriptions for LLA’s, easements, PG&E, Leases, and more.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Experience with Drone and a UAG 107 license.
• Strong background in construction layout and the ability to coordinate with multiple disciplines, whether internal to Adobe or external.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills – to coordinate with clients and consultants and work internally with other departments such as wastewater, civil engineering, and permitting

Responsibilities

• Preparing Records of Survey, LLA’s, Certificates of Compliance, Subdivisions, and others.
• Preparing proposals & Service Agreements for potential clients
• Occasionally performing field work – surveys, staking, site visits, managing
• Managing the field crew schedule and adjusting to the needs of the company and client as needed.
• Work with agencies on project-related matters
• Prepare and submit survey reports
• Work with clients to ensure that their needs are met
• Stay up-to-date on the latest land surveying regulations and standards
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Skills

Boundary surveys

Topographic surveys

Construction staking

Client coordination

Team management

Education

Licensed in CA as PLS (or pursuing licensure)

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Drone/UAS 107 license

Job description

August 11, 2026

Adobe Associates, Inc. is a prominent civil engineering and land surveying firm located in the heart of Sonoma County. Our company has been surveying in the North Bay region for over 44 years, and we are looking for an experienced land surveyor to join our team. Help us provide quality surveying services for our clients! The ideal candidate will have land surveying experience (5+ years & management experience strongly preferred), and be proficient in all aspects of land surveying, including boundary surveys, topographic surveys, construction staking, ALTA/ACSM surveys, legal descriptions, and more. The candidate will also be responsible for preparing and submitting survey reports and working with clients to meet their needs. If you believe you meet the criteria below, please contact Aaron Smith, PLS, by email at [e-mail]

What makes a Qualified Candidate:

• Licensed in the State of California as a Professional Land Surveyor (or at minimum currently seeking licensure)
• Familiarity with working in Sonoma, Marin, and Napa County and good working relationships with the agencies within those jurisdictions.
• 5+ years management experience – especially of multiple crews
• Experience in field work, field procedures, & current application of equipment used today
• Experience with Topographic Mapping, Records of Survey, ALTA’s, Subdivision Maps and processes, Lot Line Adjustments, Construction Staking and Calculations, Legal Descriptions for LLA’s, easements, PG&E, Leases, and more.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Experience with Drone and a UAG 107 license.
• Strong background in construction layout and the ability to coordinate with multiple disciplines, whether internal to Adobe or external.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills – to coordinate with clients and consultants and work internally with other departments such as wastewater, civil engineering, and permitting

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing Records of Survey, LLA’s, Certificates of Compliance, Subdivisions, and others.
• Preparing proposals & Service Agreements for potential clients
• Occasionally performing field work – surveys, staking, site visits, managing
• Managing the field crew schedule and adjusting to the needs of the company and client as needed.
• Work with agencies on project-related matters
• Prepare and submit survey reports
• Work with clients to ensure that their needs are met
• Stay up-to-date on the latest land surveying regulations and standards
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package:
• LSIT with 4-6 years of management experience: $90,000 – $115,000
• PLS: $125,000 – $155,000 plus quarterly bonuses (PLS must have experience managing complex projects with demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders on a project team; 5+ years’ experience preferred.)
• Comprehensive medical plan options
• 401(k) savings plan
• 9/80 or 4/10 schedule option available based on ability to meet project goals
• Generous paid holidays and personal time off
• Wellness Program
• Office events and parties
• Opportunity to work with a team of experienced professionals
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Limited remote work opportunity

About the Company:

Adobe Associates Inc. is a well-established full-service civil engineering and land surveying firm located in Santa Rosa, California – in the heart of the world-renowned Sonoma Valley wine country. We have been in business since 1982, specializing in wineries, hospitality and resorts, residential and commercial development, estates, subdivisions, vineyard planning and planting, and municipal projects.

Adobe is a multi-time winner of the North Bay Business Journal “Best Places to Work” award. Our core values of client focus, integrity, respect, quality, teamwork, and family have defined our culture and continue to attract exceptional people to our firm. We value the contribution of every employee – mutual respect and professionalism are shared among all staff.

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