Survey Project Manager

Southeastern Surveying and Mapping Corp.; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Surveying and Mapping Corp. in Leesburg, FL is seeking a Survey Project Manager to direct survey projects from scope through delivery. The role requires coordinating field teams, CAD technical staff, and client communications to ensure on-time, on-budget results.

The ideal candidate has experience managing conventional, GPS, and Laser Scanning surveys, with strong leadership, QA/QC, and proposal development skills. Travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of managing/surveying infrastructure projects.
• Experience with Boundary and ALTA surveys.
• Familiarity with MicroStation and FDOT projects.
• Registered Professional Land Surveyor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall project management for survey projects.
• Develop scope of work and coordinate with field teams and CAD staff.
• Ensure bids/estimates align with profitability and client objectives.
• Prepare schedules and cost estimates for proposals.
• Coordinate with clients and manage proposals and communications.
• Oversee QA/QC and final deliverables to clients.
• Lead post-project reviews and documentation for continuous improvement.
• Support business development and client marketing.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

Education

Registered Professional Land Surveyor (preferred)

SIT or CST IV

2-year degree in Surveying

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

FDOT knowledge

Job description

Survey Project Manager# Survey Project ManagerLeesburg, FL 34788## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## Description## POSITION SUMMARYThe Project Manager will provide overall management and direction for projects. Responsibilities include customer interface, client development, project scoping, scheduling, procurement, cost and progress monitoring, management, and reporting. ## ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* Responsible for supervision and management of all survey activities related to conventional, GPS, and Laser Scanning surveys.* Ensure that all bids and estimates for work are established based on the profit and growth objectives of SSMC.* Create a scope of work for all projects through client negotiation and knowledge of the project, which will define all the project details and be used as a communication tool between the Project Manager, the Field Teams, and the CAD Technicians.* Ensure that all letters and proposals sent out to a client or a potential client are in the form of routine correspondence for SSMC.* Ensure that the final product's technical and QA/QC is being implemented before being submitted to a client.* Ensure that all RFPs are submitted on time and that all bids and estimates for work are established based on the profit and growth objectives of SSMC.* Ensure that a comprehensive job packet consists of research materials, the scope of work, the work order, and all necessary forms to complete the project.* Develop comprehensive schedules for long-term projects that reflect the estimated time frame for completion of work based on the scope of work negotiation with the client. Prepare cost and time estimates for survey proposals.* Provide day-to-day guidance and direction to field personnel, including feedback on performance.* As necessary, provide proper training and support to field staff in survey procedures.* Verify that proper research is performed on all projects before being released to the field team.* Organize and document a post-project meeting that will highlight any project phases that could have been improved through organizational structure, communication with the field and/or client, estimated schedule, and a review of the job cost (estimated to actual, including a variance report).* Organize project folders under your direction to be purged and ready for scanned.* Generate new business leads using various marketing strategies.* Engage and assist in client marketing.* Strengthen existing client relationships.* Participates in and supports the development of long-term goals and objectives.* Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents.* Accommodate client and job site needs by responding to all inquiries in a timely and professional manner.* Occasionally work in the field performing surveying tasks.* May perform light office duties including but not limited to filing, making copies, and scanning.* May carry out other duties as assigned by management.## Qualifications## EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE* Registered Professional Land Surveyor (or ability to obtain PLS within one year) preferred* Must be Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) or Certified Survey Technician IV.* 2-year degree in Surveying, Engineering or 4-year degree in Engineering or related field, from an accredited vocational school, college, university or combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the above-described duties.* Minimum of 5 to 10 years of managing/surveying infrastructure projects supporting state and local government agencies.* Perform Boundary Surveys & ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys & As-built plans.* Familiarity and experience in using MicroStation are required to support all aspects of FDOT transportation projects.## SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES* Proficient with AutoCAD, other CAD programs, and Microsoft Office suite* Computer skills and technical competence.* Proven working experience in project management.* Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.* Outstanding written and communication skills and understanding of how to provide overall client/project management are a must.* Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills.* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.* Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.* Works with the team; contributes to a positive team environment; welcomes feedback.* Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts and adapts to frequent change.* Must have the ability to communicate well with clients and other members of the project team.* Works with integrity and acts ethically; supports the organization's culture, goals, and values.## PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS* Requires a valid driver’s license and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the Company Vehicle policy.* Must occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds* Regularly required to sit, talk, or listen.* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.## WORK ENVIRONMENTThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. **Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to complete projects.**## ## NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.