Senior Project Surveyor & Mapping Lead - Charlotte

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Project Surveyor in Charlotte, NC to lead surveying and mapping services. The role involves boundary, ALTA, topographic, platting, right‑of‑way, transmission, and construction surveys using advanced equipment.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the Survey Manager, and contribute to proposals and business development. Qualified candidates have a minimum of five years in surveying, a North Carolina license (or ability to obtain), strong client communication, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; degree in land surveying is a plus.
• Active North Carolina land surveying license or ability to obtain one.
• Minimum five years of survey experience and project management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with clients and work with staff.
• Proficient CAD standards and surveying software (AutoCAD, Carlson Civil, Survey Suite).
• Experience with GPS/GNSS, RTK/VRS, and post-processing; ALTA survey experience is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist survey staff with all aspects of survey projects.
• Assist with business development and contract preparation.
• Coordinate daily workload with the Survey Department manager and staff.
• Follow policies to ensure accurate and efficient deliverables.
• QA/QC plats prior to manager review.
• Assist with budgets, proposals, marketing and monthly invoicing.
• Work independently and in group settings.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client interaction

Education

High School Diploma

Land surveying degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson Civil

Survey Suite

MicroStation/GeoPak

Job description

Dewberry is seeking a Project Surveyor in Charlotte, NC to lead surveying and mapping services. The role involves boundary, ALTA, topographic, platting, right‑of‑way, transmission, and construction surveys using advanced equipment.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the Survey Manager, and contribute to proposals and business development. Qualified candidates have a minimum of five years in surveying, a North Carolina license (or ability to obtain), strong client communication, and