Survey Manager

The Planet Group; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

401K and profit sharing

Job summary

The Planet Group is partnering with a client in Savannah, GA to hire a Survey Manager who will lead complex surveying and mapping projects, coordinating boundary, topographic, and subdivision surveys for public and private sector work.

You will manage field crews, oversee schedules and budgets, ensure compliance with surveying standards, and collaborate with engineers, planners, and stakeholders to deliver precise maps and legal descriptions.

Qualifications

• Georgia Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) registration.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in land surveying, subdivision mapping, topographic mapping, and preparation of legal descriptions.
• Proficiency with Carlson Survey software and GPS equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and sound professional judgment.
• Client-service mindset with the ability to lead teams and work collaboratively across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate boundary, topographic, and subdivision surveys for a variety of public and private sector projects.
• Prepare and oversee Topographic Maps, Boundary Adjustments, Subdivision Maps, Records of Survey, and Legal Descriptions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable surveying standards, regulations, boundary calculations, and legal ownership requirements.
• Lead and direct field survey crews and survey technicians to ensure quality project execution.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet client expectations and quality standards.
• Serve as a technical advisor to engineering teams regarding surveying tasks, project requirements, and operational considerations.
• Utilize professional judgment and expertise to solve complex surveying and mapping challenges.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, project stakeholders, and internal teams throughout project delivery.

Skills

Georgia PLS registration

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Carlson Survey

GPS equipment

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

We are partnering with our client to find a Survey Manager for their Savannah, Georgia location, who will be responsible for leading complex surveying and mapping projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and leading survey professionals. You will manage and coordinate boundary, topographic, and subdivision surveys for a variety of public and private sector projects.

Required:

• Georgia Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) registration.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in land surveying, subdivision mapping, topographic mapping, and preparation of legal descriptions.
• Proficiency with Carlson Survey software and GPS equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and sound professional judgment.
• Client-service mindset with the ability to lead teams and work collaboratively across disciplines.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in environments that may contain venomous snakes and insects, including ticks, bees, wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a wide range of weather conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to climb hills, walk long distances, and traverse varied terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate boundary, topographic, and subdivision surveys for a variety of public and private sector projects.
• Prepare and oversee Topographic Maps, Boundary Adjustments, Subdivision Maps, Records of Survey, and Legal Descriptions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable surveying standards, regulations, boundary calculations, and legal ownership requirements.
• Lead and direct field survey crews and survey technicians to ensure quality project execution.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet client expectations and quality standards.
• Serve as a technical advisor to engineering teams regarding surveying tasks, project requirements, and operational considerations.
• Utilize professional judgment and expertise to solve complex surveying and mapping challenges.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, project stakeholders, and internal teams throughout project delivery.

Pay:

$100K - $130K DOE

Excellent health and dental benefits - 100% covered for individual and family.

401K and profit sharing!

Company Description:

At The Planet Group, we connect Engineering experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.