Senior Survey Project Manager

Bowman Consulting; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives

Job summary

Bowman Consulting in Charlotte, NC, is looking for a Senior Survey Project Manager to oversee surveying activities and ensure project completion within budget. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in land surveying, strong project management skills, and a commitment to fostering client relationships.

Key responsibilities include managing projects, coordinating with clients, preparing proposals, and leading a survey team. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of land surveying or related land development experience, including a minimum of two years of project management experience.
• Proven marketing and business development skills.
• Must be licensed surveyor in the relevant state.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance from senior-level management and review staff work for quality assurance.
• Manage competing demands and establish priorities for staff.
• Meet with prospective clients, prepare proposals, establish budgets and schedules.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Marketing/business development skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in land surveying or related field

Professional Land Surveying registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson principles

Job description

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Senior Survey Project Manager to join our team in Charlotte, NC.

Purpose

Apply administrative, technical, and managerial techniques to assigned projects to ensure successful and timely completion within the allocated budget.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance from senior‑level management and review staff work for quality assurance.
• Assist with marketing the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Coordinate with other internal departments to meet project requirements.
• Keep informed of new methods and developments and recommend new practices or program changes.
• Represent the organization and maintain liaison with individuals and related organizations.
• Manage competing demands and establish priorities for staff.
• Meet with prospective clients, prepare proposals, establish budgets and schedules.
• Maintain close liaison with clients to resolve project questions, including technical and billing inquiries.
• Oversee all surveying activities and review all project changes, potential alterations and additional work requests.
• Supervise work of all survey personnel to ensure highest professional standards.
• Define the scope of multiple complex projects and develop plans to accomplish land survey projects; monitor progress toward deliverables.
• Compile project status reports.
• Review job cost sheets, prepare monthly billings, and ensure projects stay within budget.
• Collect outstanding payments from assigned clients.
• Participate in marketing presentations and attend marketing meetings.
• Secure repeat business from existing clients and identify new clients.
• Supervise the work of Project Managers when needed.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self‑reliance and ability to operate with limited direction.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in land surveying or related field preferred.
• Professional Land Surveying registration.
• Ten or more years of land surveying or related land development experience, including a minimum of two years of project management experience.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and project teams.
• Thorough understanding of financial principles in a consulting business; ability to interpret and apply municipal codes for plat preparation and approval.
• Proven marketing and business development skills.
• Must be licensed surveyor in the relevant state.
• Experience managing a Survey Department preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance‑based incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partially indoor office environment with bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odor, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• Partially outdoor work environment with adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site involving walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling with required PPE.
• Frequent use of data collection equipment and/or drones, requiring walking the assigned study area over several hours.
• Primarily local travel during the business day; occasional out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please refer to the company website. Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.