Survey - Project Manager

Ultipro; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short and long-term disability andLife

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401K with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Ayres Associates seeks a Survey Project Manager in Burlington, NC to lead land survey projects and grow Ayres' NC presence. You will coordinate multidisciplinary survey functions, manage client relationships, and guide a team of professionals on varied projects with flexibility and strong communication skills.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to handle multiple priorities while mentoring staff and ensuring QA/QC and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in North Carolina.
• Ability to recognize and embrace new geospatial technologies.
• Ability to conduct business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop scopes, cost estimates, and proposals.
• Mentor and develop the North Carolina survey team.
• Network and develop relationships with clients and others in the industry.

Skills

Professional licensure in NC

Geospatial technologies

Business development

Job description

Job Category: Geospatial - Aerial Mapping, Land Survey

Requisition Number: SURVE001925

• Posted : August 28, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Burlington, NC 27215, USA

Description

Finding the right fit:

Our Geospatial team provides a wide variety of survey and mapping services to clients in both private and public sectors, including our own internal projects generated from our multi-disciplined company. These services are supported by a cohesive national team of geospatial professionals including Professional Survey and Mappers, crew chiefs, technicians, and project managers, bringing consistency and flexible resources to our employees and clients.

We are seeking a survey project manager who is passionate about the survey profession, has a strong technical ability, and has the leadership capabilities to obtain new and repeat work. We are looking for an enthusiastic team-member who can help Ayres continue to build their land survey presence in North Carolina. As a project manager of land survey, you will be encouraged to lead and work on a variety of survey functions that allow you to build a team, and your career.

Success will be defined by your ability to handle multiple priorities, represent Ayres professionally through strong communication and relationship-building skills, as well as provide mentorship for the development of staff. Remaining flexible will be key as the job responsibilities will fluctuate with overtime and occasional out-of-town travel expected.

Become a part of a nationally recognized USA Today Top Workplace! Our commitment to working together and improving our lives rings true, and we are proud to grow our team with driven and valued individuals. Join us today and contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation.

On any given day, you'll:

• Develop scopes, cost estimates, and proposals.


• Help in the continued mentorship and development of our North Carolina survey team.


• Network and develop relationships with clients and others in your industry.


• Work directly with internal and external clients.


• Support survey technicians through all aspects of the project.


• Perform QA/QC on survey projects.


• Adhere to OSHA and required safety practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in North Carolina.


• Ability to recognize and embrace new geospatial technologies.


• Ability to conduct business development activities.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.


• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.


• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.


• PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.

Please note, benefits vary depending on job status.To learn more about our great benefits, visit our website athttps://www.ayresassociates.com/careers/the-ayres-advantage/

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