Survey Project Manager

Accura Engineering; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to support proposals, estimates, and project delivery in the Southeast. The role emphasizes leadership, budgeting, and regulatory compliance across complex survey projects.

Applicants should hold a Georgia Professional Surveyor license, GDOT experience, and 8–10+ years in surveying; PLS in other states desirable. Expect field and office collaboration, budgeting, and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Must be a Professional Land Surveyor in Georgia; other state licenses desirable.
• GDOT experience required.
• 10+ years of experience managing survey projects.
• 8+ years of experience in land surveying.
• SIT license.
• Advanced knowledge with AutoCAD and Carlson.
• LiDAR collection/software experience (TopoDOT, Pix4D) a plus.
• GDOT MicroStation/Open Roads Design (ORD) desirable.
• GDOT SUE process knowledge desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Assist Department Head in preparing proposals, estimates, presentations, employee evaluations, and recruiting.
• Coordinate with office staff and clients.
• Create and manage project budgets, schedules and resource allocation.
• Must have project management experience.
• Participate in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers and contractors.
• Adhere to survey regulations and Accura procedures.

Skills

CAD

Survey software

GIS

Project coordination

Budget management

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering

Professional Land Surveyor license (GA)

GDOT experience

SIT license

8+ years surveying experience

10+ years managing survey projects

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson

TopoDOT

Pix4D

GPS post-processing

MicroStation/Open Roads Design (ORD)

Job description

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Relocation assistance or sign-on bonus available

Duties/Responsibilities

• Will assist the Department Head in preparing proposals, estimates, presentations, employee evaluations, and the recruiting process.
• SIT or LS required
• Proficiency in CAD, Least Squares Reduction and other Survey Software
• Experience with GIS platforms is desirable
• Experience with Robotic Total Stations, GPS (including post processing).
• Experience with scanners, drones, and other emerging technologies is desirable
• Should be registered in Georgia or the ability to become registered within a year as a Land Surveyor.
• A demonstrated record of success on ALTA, route/database, boundaries, topographical, inventories, and other types of surveys
• Coordinates with office staff and clients as required.
• Create and manage project budgets, schedules and resource allocation
• Must have project management experience
• Participate in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers, resident engineers, and contractor representatives.
• Adheres to local, state, and federal survey regulations as well as Accura Engineering procedures.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field from an accredited program or a scientific area and/or equivalent work experience preferred. Will accept two year degree plus experience.
• Must be Professional Land Surveyor in Georgia, other states licenses are desirable
• Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) experience required
• 10+ years of experience managing survey projects of varying sizes and complexity.
• 8+ years of experience in land surveying
• SIT license
• Advanced knowledge and experience with AutoCAD and Carlson
• LiDAR collection and software experience (TopoDOT and Pix4D) a plus
• Experienced with GDOT MicroStation/Open Roads Design (ORD) desirable
• Working knowledge of GDOT SUE process desirable
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify