Survey Project Lead: Drive Field & Design Impact

DLZ Corporation; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability (short/long-term)

Wellness program

Job summary

DLZ Corporation in Joliet, IL, Chicago, IL, or Burns Harbor, IN seeks a Survey Project Manager to lead survey and construction layout projects from kickoff to closeout. You will coordinate field crews, manage budgets, and maintain client relationships while ensuring compliance with contract obligations.

Your background includes a Bachelor’s in Surveying/Engineering and proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Trimble equipment, and Leica scanners. Strong leadership and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Construction, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience with demonstrated success managing surveying or construction projects.
• Strong leadership and client management skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Trimble Survey Equipment, and Leica Scanners.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to visit and safely navigate construction sites in compliance with safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction layout/staking and topographic/boundary survey projects from setup through closeout.
• Plan and develop project scope, procedures, schedules, and budgets.
• Review contracts to identify key requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate surveying work with contractors, engineers, technicians, and office staff.
• Ensure projects meet client specifications and contractual obligations.
• Oversee project quality control and conduct field safety audits.
• Prepare cost estimates, proposals, and final deliverables.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and change orders; address issues proactively.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Trimble Survey Equipment

Leica Scanners

Project management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Site safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Surveying/Engineering

Tools

Trimble Survey Equipment

Leica Scanners

Job description

DLZ Corporation in Joliet, IL, Chicago, IL, or Burns Harbor, IN seeks a Survey Project Manager to lead survey and construction layout projects from kickoff to closeout. You will coordinate field crews, manage budgets, and maintain client relationships while ensuring compliance with contract obligations.

Your background includes a Bachelor’s in Surveying/Engineering and proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Trimble equipment, and Leica scanners. Strong leadership and safety focus are essential.