Survey Manager (PLS)

Keller Associates, Inc.; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k match program

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Year-end bonus

Job summary

Keller Associates, Inc. is seeking a licensed Survey Manager (PLS) to lead our survey operations in Idaho Falls or Meridian, Idaho. The ideal candidate will have strong survey knowledge and proven team management skills.

You'll be responsible for managing a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with state laws, and supporting project goals through effective leadership. Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, a 401k match program, and paid community service days.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the relevant state.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive survey experience.
• Strong knowledge of boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS, and topographic surveys.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision of survey staff.
• Manage workload planning and staffing.
• Oversee survey review, calculations, and QA/QC.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Survey software proficiency

Project management

Technical leadership

Education

Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license

10+ years of survey experience

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Carlson

Job description

We are on the lookout for a licensed Survey Manager (PLS) who thrives in a collaborative environment where quality work is recognized and valued. Join our growing Idaho Falls, Idaho or Meridian, Idaho office teams and play a meaningful role in shaping the communities we serve.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with strong survey knowledge, proven team management experience, and the ability to balance hands‑on technical work with strategic planning.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Survey Manager with an active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license to lead our survey operations and manage a high‑performing team of survey professionals across multiple locations. This role combines technical expertise, people leadership, and project oversight to ensure quality deliverables, client satisfaction, and efficient project execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership and supervision of survey staff, including surveyors, technicians, and field crews
• Manage workload planning, staffing, scheduling, and project prioritization
• Oversee and perform survey review, calculations, boundary analysis, and QA/QC
• Ensure compliance with state laws, professional standards, and company procedures
• Serve as the responsible PLS on survey projects, including signing and sealing plans
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to support project goals
• Support staff development through mentoring, training, and performance feedback
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and team development activities
• Assist with budgeting, resource forecasting, and continuous process improvement
• Represent the survey department in internal meetings and client interactions
• All other duties as assigned

Required Skills / Abilities

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in [State] (multi‑state licensure a plus)
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive survey experience
• Proven experience managing or leading a survey team
• Strong knowledge of boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking
• Proficiency with survey software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, or similar)
• Experience repairing and reviewing Platts is preferred and not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and quality standards

Qualifications

• Experience working in a consulting or multidisciplinary engineering environment
• Familiarity with UAV, LiDAR, or advanced survey technologies
• Prior responsibility for departmental operations, budgeting, or workflow improvements
• Strong client‑facing and business development support experience

Benefits

• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance with option to buy up
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k match program & access to asset management services
• Year-end bonus
• Costco membership
• Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell back program
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid day of community service

Equal Opportunity Employer

Keller Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.