Senior Survey Project Manager - Commercial

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers seeks a Senior Survey Manager in Houston to lead land surveying projects, ensure regulatory compliance, budgets, and high-quality deliverables. You will mentor survey staff, oversee multiple projects, and drive process improvements with QA/QC initiatives.

The role requires a PLS license, 12+ years in surveying, and at least 5 years of supervision. Strong leadership, client relations, and communication are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment.
• Minimum 12 years of experience as a surveyor.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience leading survey teams.
• Ability to make strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the local survey department to align with goals and client expectations.
• Provide guidance to Survey Technicians, Field Crews, and Project Managers on complex projects.
• Ensure compliance with state regulatory rules for land surveying.
• Develop and review project proposals with resources, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage budgets, invoicing, and financial performance for large projects.
• Perform QA/QC on drawings, legal descriptions, and deliverables.

Skills

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Client relationships

QA/QC leadership

Mentoring staff

Job description

Job Description: Overview

This position provides oversight and leadership for land surveying projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, budget adherence, and the highest quality of deliverables. This role manages complex and high-profile projects while mentoring and developing Survey Department staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations.
• Provide expert guidance and direction to Survey Technicians, Field Crews, and Project Managers on complex and high-profile projects.
• Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules and regulations governing professional land surveying.
• Develop and review detailed project proposals, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage and oversee project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance for large-scale or complex projects.
• Perform advanced quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables prepared by team members.
• Lead the development and implementation of corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles.
• Manage, train, and mentor members of the Survey Department, focusing on career development and technical growth.
• Lead initiatives to identify and implement innovative processes, tools, and technologies to enhance department efficiency and accuracy.
• Resolve survey issues or challenges, providing expert-level solutions and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience as a surveyor.
• At least 5 years of previous supervisory experience, leading and managing survey teams.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions independently in a fast-paced and dynamic production environment.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, manage performance, and resolve personnel issues effectively.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.
• Dependable, reliable, and capable of overseeing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to address and resolve the most complex survey challenges.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.