Senior Survey Project Manager: Lead & Deliver Precision

Gilder Search Group; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Rutherford, NJ is seeking a Survey Project Manager to lead and oversee survey initiatives from inception to delivery. You will coordinate with clients, manage plans, schedules and budgets, and guide a team of surveyors, CAD technicians, and technicians to successful outcomes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in land surveying, a strong command of surveying principles, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality data on time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in surveying, civil engineering, or a related field; professional surveying license (PLS) is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in land surveying.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles, methodologies, and techniques.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
• Strong client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee survey projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
• Collaborate with clients to understand project requirements and expectations.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and communicate these to the surveying team.
• Lead and coordinate survey teams, including Survey Party Chiefs, CAD Technicians, and Technicians, to achieve project goals.
• Monitor and ensure the quality and accuracy of survey data collected in the field.
• Review and approve survey deliverables, including plats, maps, and drawings.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to provide project updates and address any concerns.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering and construction, to ensure seamless project integration.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to surveying team members.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Client relations

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field

Tools

CAD software

Survey equipment

Job description

Gilder Search Group in Rutherford, NJ is seeking a Survey Project Manager to lead and oversee survey initiatives from inception to delivery. You will coordinate with clients, manage plans, schedules and budgets, and guide a team of surveyors, CAD technicians, and technicians to successful outcomes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in land surveying, a strong command of surveying principles, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality data on time