Survey Manager

MacKay; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee ownership options

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

MacKay is seeking a dedicated Survey Leader in California to direct the work of our land surveying team, ensuring QA/QC and adherence to professional standards.

You will manage office and field staff, coordinate with clients and contractors, and develop scopes and proposals for surveying services. A CA PLS license and 10+ years of experience are required; supervisory skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years combined field and office land surveying experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying or Geomatics preferred.
• Professional California PLS license in good standing required.
• Supervisory experience and strong mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct work of technical staff and oversee QA/QC of survey outputs.
• Plan, budget, and supervise land surveys including ALTA and topographic work.
• Coordinate with clients, title companies, and contractors to deliver projects.
• Develop scope, proposals, and oversee billing for survey projects.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Business development

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying or Geomatics

Licensed California Professional Surveyor

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success.

We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed.

We are seeking a dedicated, relationship-focused Survey leader who will direct the work of technical staff and provide expertise on various land surveying projects. This role also provides oversight, ensuring the adherence to professional survey quality assurance, and control processes and procedures.

Keys To Success

Survey Management Duties

• Develop and execute short and long-term strategic direction for the department.
• Lead and engage Survey Department staff through effective coaching, cross-functional team-building, expectation setting, and implementing professional development.
• Plan and coordinate work of office technicians and field surveyors.
• Participate in business development related activities such as maintaining positive current client relationships while identifying and securing new survey clients and work.
• Stamp and certify work completed by self and/or others to satisfy legal requirements.

PLS - Project Management Duties

• Direct or conduct surveys to establish legal boundaries for properties, based on deeds and survey data of record.
• Provide oversight for the production of Topographic Surveys, ALTA Surveys, Short Plats, Subdivision Plats, Records of Survey, Resegregations, and legal descriptions.
• Ensure QA/QC of construction staking calculations and staking work is completed by staff.
• Must be able to communicate with clients, contractors, title companies, etc.
• Research records and develop work plans for survey projects.
• Coordinate with survey crews to achieve project goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of local, state, case and federal laws as they pertain to survey projects.
• Manage survey projects, monitor project budgets and review invoices and billing charges related to survey projects.
• Provide scope and fee proposals for surveying services.

Qualifications

• 10+ years combined experience in both field and office land surveying.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying or Geomatics preferred
• A professional licensed surveyor with a license in good standing in the State of California required.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Strong communication skills and capable of mentoring and training other technical staff.
• Must be a highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail.
• Land Development and platting experience required.
• Experience with Civil 3D.
• Current valid driver’s license and ability to be insured to drive company vehicles is required.

Why Join MacKay?

A people-first culture

At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.

Meaningful work and real impact

Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful.

Growth and opportunity

We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers, and contribute in new ways as the company evolves.

A strong and trusted foundation

Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships and dependable results. You’ll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future.

Opportunities to share in success

We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows.

Our Values

• Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability.
• Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities.
• Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Who We Are

MacKay is an infrastructure and environmental services firm built on more than 50 years of experience and a growing collective of expertise.

We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and bringing together talented teams across the country. That growth is creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers.

Every role at MacKay contributes to the success of our projects and the clients we serve. Whether your work is technical or operational, you are part of a team that delivers quality, builds relationships, and moves projects forward.

We’re looking for dedicated, talented individuals who deliver excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and value both meaningful work and work-life balance. If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.

US Pay Range: $130,000 USD - $155,000 USD

Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.