Survey Manager

Site Development, LLC; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Site Development, LLC in Columbus, OH, seeks a Survey Manager to oversee land surveying projects from planning through completion, coordinating field crews, data collection, and deliverables with accuracy.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify scope, schedule resources, review field notes and digital data, and prepare maps, models, and reports, while mentoring staff and upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing land surveying projects and delivering survey results.
• Proficiency with surveying instruments and technologies (total stations, GPS/GNSS, data collectors) and related field methodologies.
• Ability to review, interpret, and prepare survey drawings, maps, and models using CAD or GIS software and other industry-standard tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and monitoring progress and quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for coordinating with field crews, technical teams, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to professional surveying standards.
• Leadership capabilities including training, mentoring and supporting survey staff in field and office environments.
• Education in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or related field; licensure or progress toward licensure is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Oversee survey projects from planning through completion, coordinating field crews, data collection, and deliverables.
• Review project requirements, organize schedules and resources, and perform quality checks on field notes and digital data; prepare maps, models, and reports.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify scope, resolve issues, and maintain timelines and budgets.
• Support continuous improvement of survey processes; implement safety and compliance standards; mentor team members in best practices and technology use.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mentoring/training

Education

Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD software

GIS software

Total stations

GPS/GNSS equipment

Data collectors

Job description

Site Development, LLC focuses on providing integrated mapping, modeling, and surveying solutions for clients in a variety of land development and infrastructure projects. The organization combines advanced geospatial technologies with practical field expertise to deliver accurate, reliable data for planning and design. Team members collaborate across disciplines to transform raw site information into clear, actionable insights. The company’s streamlined “Map – Model – Survey” approach creates efficient workflows and supports high-quality outcomes for clients seeking comprehensive site development services.

Role Description

The Survey Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Columbus, OH, with the flexibility to perform some work from home. This position oversees survey projects from planning through completion, including coordinating field crews, managing data collection, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of survey deliverables. Day-to-day tasks involve reviewing project requirements, organizing schedules and resources, performing quality checks on field notes and digital data, and preparing maps, models, and reports for internal and external stakeholders. The Survey Manager collaborates with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify scope, resolve issues, and maintain timelines and budgets. This role also supports continuous improvement of survey processes, implements safety and compliance standards, and mentors team members in best practices and technology use.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing land surveying projects, including planning, field coordination, and delivery of survey results.
• Proficiency with surveying instruments and technologies (e.g., total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, data collectors) and related field methodologies.
• Ability to review, interpret, and prepare survey drawings, maps, and models using CAD or GIS software and other industry-standard tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and monitoring project progress and quality.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with field crews, technical teams, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to professional surveying standards and best practices.
• Leadership capabilities, including training, mentoring, and supporting survey staff in both field and office environments.
• Relevant education in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field; professional licensure or progress toward licensure is highly beneficial