Survey Manager (Field) - San Diego

Jobot; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

HSA & FSA options

Life, AD&D, short- and long-term(dis)

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

Job summary

Jobot in San Diego is seeking an experienced Survey Manager to lead our California office. A California PLS license is required, and you will guide a skilled team on landmark private land development and public works projects across Southern California.

The role offers a competitive salary ($100,000–$130,000 per year) and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for growth within our expanding Land Surveying Department as you mentor staff and coordinate with clients and agencies.

Qualifications

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
• 5 or more years of office mapping experience on private land development and/or public works projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the California Subdivision Map Act, Professional Surveyors Act, and local Civil Codes.
• Proven leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage staff, clients, and multiple project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a talented team on landmark projects throughout Southern California and coordinate with internal and external partners.
• Prepare CAD drawings including boundary surveys, topographic maps, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, as-built surveys, and subdivision maps.
• Process deliverables with City and County agencies.
• Mentor staff and oversee project scheduling, budgeting, and client communications.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Staff management

Business development

Mentorship

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroStation/InRoads

Trimble Business Center

Carlson

Bluebeam

Word

Excel

Job description

Wanted: Experienced Survey Manager for our San Diego Office. California Professional Land Surveyor license is required.

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

If you’re looking for a place to grow your career and make a lasting impact, this is the place for you! As a Survey Manager in our San Diego office, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a talented team on meaningful, landmark projects throughout Southern California. You’ll collaborate with internal and external partners to help clients and communities turn their visions into reality—while learning from and working alongside industry-leading experts. This position offers strong potential for growth and advancement within our expanding Land Surveying Department.

Why join us

• Meaningful, community-focused projects across Southern California.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented work environment with opportunities for advancement.

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• HSA & FSA options
• Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage
• Professional and personal development programs
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits plus so much more!

Job Details

Qualifications

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
• 5 or more years of office mapping experience on private land development and/or public works projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the California Subdivision Map Act, Professional Surveyors Act, and local Civil Codes.
• Proven leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage staff, clients, and multiple project deadlines.

Experience & Skills

• Preparation of CAD drawings, including boundary surveys, topographic maps, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, as-built surveys, and subdivision maps.
• Experience in processing deliverables with City and County agencies.

Strong background in

• Project Management and Business Development
• Proposal Writing and Estimating
• Scheduling and Time Management
• Mentorship and Team Leadership

Technical Proficiency

• Civil 3D proficiency preferred; MicroStation InRoads experience a plus.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Bluebeam.
• Familiarity with Trimble Business Center and Carlson software.
• Prior field experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to perform mapping research, boundary analysis, calculations, and prepare exhibits and legal descriptions.

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