Senior Survey Project Manager

Bowman Consulting; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 106,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Sick leave

Job summary

Bowman Consulting in Freehold, NJ is seeking a Senior Survey Project Manager to lead surveying projects, manage budgets, and guide teams to timely completion. You will work with clients, prepare proposals, and coordinate with internal departments to meet project requirements.

The role requires a strong background in land surveying, PM experience, and licensure. Bowman offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in land surveying or related field preferred.
• Active Professional Land Surveying registration in NY required.
• 10+ years land surveying/land development experience, 2+ years in PM role.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and lead survey teams to meet budgets and schedules.
• Meet with prospective clients, prepare proposals, and establish budgets and schedules.
• Oversee surveying activities, review contract changes, and ensure QA/QC.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson

Education

Bachelor's degree in land surveying or related field

Professional Land Surveying license (NY)

10+ years land surveying experience

Job description

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

Purpose

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

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Oversee managing people and processes to ensure effective execution. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

At The Operational And Company Level

• Assist with the marketing of 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 affecting the organization and recommend new practices or change emphasis of programs.
• Represent the organization and maintain liaison with individuals and related organizations.

Do the Work

• Manage competing demands and establish priorities for staff.
• Meet with prospective clients, prepare proposals, and establish budgets and schedules.
• Maintain close liaison with clients to resolve all project questions, such as, but not limited to, technical requirements, completion requirements and billing inquiries.
• Oversee all surveying activities, including review of all project changes, pending or anticipated alterations to the contract, additional work requests, and all other factors, which may significantly affect staffing requirements or budget.
• Supervise work of all survey personnel to ensure that it meets the highest professional standards.
• Coordinate with other internal departments to meet project requirements.
• Define the scope of multiple, complex projects and develop plan to accomplish land survey projects. Monitor progress toward deliverable schedules.
• Compile project status reports.
• Review job cost sheets/prepare monthly billings. Ensure assigned projects stay within budget allocation.
• Collect outstanding monies due from assigned clients.
• Participate in and formulate marketing presentations and attend marketing meetings.
• Secure repeat business from existing clients and identifying new clients.
• Supervise the work of Project Managers when needed.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both 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 independently 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.
• Must hold a currently active Professional Land Surveying registration for the state of New York.
• Ten or more (10+) years of land surveying or related land development experience to include a minimum of two (2) 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 accurately apply municipal codes and regulations for Plat preparation and approval.
• Proven marketing and business development skills.
• Must be licensed surveyor in relevant state.
• Experience managing a Survey Department is preferred.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $106,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes

• 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

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, 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.
• Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• 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.

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 click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

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.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [e-mail].