Sr. Project Manager - Survey

LJA Engineering, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Family Support

Education Support

Referral Bonuses

Community Impact

Professional Development

Career Growth

Fun Culture

Job summary

LJA Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager in Nashville, Tennessee. This role involves overseeing the daily management of survey technicians and ensuring successful project operations. Candidates should have 10 years of industry experience and a Professional Licensed Surveyor credential.

Key responsibilities include budgeting, client relations, project scheduling, and collaboration with various teams. The company offers comprehensive benefits, generous time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in the industry.
• 5 years of project management experience.
• Midstream experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise business and project operations in the Tennessee Survey department.
• Manage budget, client relations, and business development.
• Oversee daily activities including project time and cost estimates.

Skills

Project Management

Relationship Building

Budget Management

AutoCAD

Education

Professional Licensed Surveyor

Job description

Position Overview

As a Project Manager at LJA Surveying, you will be responsible for the daily management of multiple survey technicians and support staff in the Denver Survey Department.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervision of business and project operations in the Tennessee Survey department. Supervise budget, client relations and business development. Directly oversee daily activities of the department, including project time and cost estimates and manpower planning.
• Business responsibilities:
  • Establish annual business plan with the President and Vice President.
  • Collaborate with PMs.
  • Balance staffing and workload.
  • Organize project team.
  • Analyze team and group financial performance.
  • Initiate corrective actions.
  • Report results to management.
  • Establish project plan and objectives.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to help determine timeframes, budgets, staffing, and project schedule.
  • Assist with developing project proposals as needed.
  • Respond to project inquiries.
  • Serve as liaison between client and project team members.
  • Research project information.
  • Utilize AutoCAD and other related software packages as needed.
  • Communicate with other survey staff.
  • Provide guidance to team members.

Required Education / Licenses / Certifications

• Professional Licensed Surveyor

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in the industry.
• 5 years of project management experience.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Midstream experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Reward for referring new hires.
• Community Impact: Company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations.
• Career Growth: Internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: Social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.