Survey Project Manager

RiseMe; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO

401k Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Career development

State-of-the-art tech

Job summary

Bateman Civil Survey in Apex, NC seeks an experienced Survey Project Manager to oversee surveying projects from initiation through completion. You will lead a diverse team, manage resources, budgets, and client liaison, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor junior staff, set templates and checklists, review data, and provide regular updates to senior management and clients, while maintaining safety and quality throughout project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; relevant work experience acceptable
• Senior-level position with 5+ years of CAD experience
• Demonstrated leadership and proficiency in advanced design software
• PLS preferred for licensure or certification

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timeline, and resources.
• Mentor and develop junior staff; implement templates and checklists to improve efficiency.
• Serve as the primary client contact and ensure needs are understood and met.
• Prepare and manage project budgets within financial constraints.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Review survey data, calculations and drawings for quality control before final sign-off by a PLS.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects and contractors to meet project goals.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate and stored properly.
• Provide regular project updates to senior management and clients.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and safety protocols.

Skills

CAD experience

Leadership

Mentoring

PLS preferred

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or related field

Equivalent work experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About us

Bateman Civil Survey is a leading land surveying and civil engineering firm headquartered in the heart of Apex, North Carolina. We have been providing premium services across this great state and throughout the East Coast for over twenty years. We have an unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction and employee well-being. Each engineer, technician, project manager, and administrator are part of a team that recognizes the inherent value of its every member. We take pride in our work and love what we do. We take full advantage of the advances in equipment and technology and are driven to learn and grow at the pace of the world around us. We are looking for team members and leaders that will help us continue to move from “the way we’ve always done it” to a greater level of efficiency and quality than we’ve ever known. That’s where you come in – won’t you join us?

About the position

The individual in this role holds a pivotal role, overseeing the successful execution of surveying projects from initiation through to completion. Responsible for project planning, resource allocation, and leadership of a diverse team of surveying professionals, this individual ensures that all surveying work is conducted accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards and regulations. Key responsibilities include client liaison, technical oversight, budget management, and quality assurance. The Survey Project Manager excels in communication, problem-solving, and has a keen eye for detail, ensuring that client expectations are met, and projects are delivered on time and within budget. Through effective team management and technical expertise, they contribute to the growth and success of the organization, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in surveying practices.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timeline, and resource allocation.

• Responsible for ensuring documents/maps are accurate before requesting signing and sealing by a PLS.

• Mentor and develop the skills of junior staff members, assisting with creation and implementation of templates and checklists to increase team efficiency.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are understood and met.

• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring work is completed within financial constraints.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.

• Review and approve survey data, calculations, and drawings, providing quality control prior to being reviewed by a PLS.

• Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff.

• Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.

• Coordinate and schedule with other stakeholders such as engineers, architects, and contractors to achieve project goals.

• Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and stored appropriately.

• Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management and clients.

• Ensure all surveying work complies with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.

• Maintain a safe work environment, enforcing safety protocols and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field preferred but not required. Some positions might accept equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree

• Senior-level position with 5+ years of CAD experience.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and proficiency in advanced design software.

• PLS preferred.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance

• Health Savings Account

• Company-Paid Dental Insurance

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• Company-Paid Long Term Disability Insurance

• Company-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) & Roth Plans with Matching

• Tuition Assistance

• Personal Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Paid Holidays

• Career development opportunities

• A commitment to utilizing the latest state-of-the-art technologies

Pay:

• Minimum $36 per hour depending upon experience

Notice to Staffing Agencies:

BCSC will only consider candidates submitted by a staffing agency with a prior written agreement with our recruiting team for a specific job opening. Unsolicited resumes sent via mail, fax, email, or directly to BCSC employees will be considered property of BCSC and no placement fees will be paid. Only agreements signed by BCSC’s HR Representative or authorized designee are valid.

Bateman Civil Survey Company (BCSC) is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age (40 or older), disability or genetic information (including family medical history), national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.