Senior Survey Project Manager - Land & QA Lead

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Wichita, KS seeks a Survey Project Manager to oversee land surveying projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, budgets, and QA deliverables. You will lead the local survey department, mentor staff, and maintain strong client relationships across projects.

The role requires leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication with teams and clients to drive project success. Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with overtime as needed, in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience as a licensed surveyor.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and make independent decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clients and staff.
• Willingness to work Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department.
• Provide guidance and direction to Survey Technicians and Field Crews.
• Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules governing professional land surveying.
• Prepare detailed project proposals, including timelines and budgets.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance.
• Perform quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables.
• Adhere to and enforce corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles.
• Manage, train, and mentor members of the Survey Department to support their development.
• Maintain and develop professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Lead and support the resolution of complex survey issues or challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Client relations

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Wichita, KS seeks a Survey Project Manager to oversee land surveying projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, budgets, and QA deliverables. You will lead the local survey department, mentor staff, and maintain strong client relationships across projects.

The role requires leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication with teams and clients to drive project success. Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with overtime as needed, in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.