Survey Project Manager

Terra-Engineering; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 93,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Hybrid work

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Terra Engineering, Ltd. is seeking a Survey Project Manager to lead and manage surveying projects in a professional services setting. The role includes coordinating with office and field crews, monitoring budgets, and ensuring QA/QC across project deliverables.

The position emphasizes business development participation and active client communication. Candidates should have a strong surveying background, a related B.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field.
• 8+ years of surveying experience.
• IL/WI PLS license preferred.
• May require a valid driver's license for field work.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and coordinate with multi-disciplinary staff.
• Oversee day-to-day activities and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Develop proposals and support business development efforts.
• Review agreements and staff requirements against contracts.
• Monitor financial performance and invoicing.
• Ensure compliance with Terra standards and QA/QC requirements.

Skills

Project management

Surveying

Team leadership

Client communication

Budget management

Education

B.S. in surveying or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Survey Project Manager

Full Time Management Bolingbrook, IL, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1192

Salary Range: $93,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

Summary/Objective: Experienced surveyor responsible for managing projects, day-to-day activities of team members, and coordinating with internal and external project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and adhere to all Quality Control/Quality Assurance requirements. Effectively manages assigned projects and oversees work of office and field crews. Participates in marketing and business development activities and may participate in the recruiting and staff development processes.

Essential Functions

• Participate in proposal development and interviews for a range of project sizes and types
• Participate in business development efforts through understanding the local client market and participating in professional organizations
• Assist in reviewing agreements
• Participate in identifying project team and staffing requirements consistent with contractual obligations
• Initiate projects with the accounting department and participate in monthly invoicing of projects and tracking accounts’ receivables
• Lead kick-off meeting(s) to convey scope, tasks, and budgets to team members
• Manage day-to-day activities for projects of varying complexity and coordinate with internal and external multidisciplinary team members to ensure deliverables meet project requirements
• Manage project communication and deliverables to ensure the quality of documentation and professionalism
• Delegate tasks and guide the team in developing design criteria, performing analyses, and preparing design documents on a wide range of project types and sizes
• Conduct Quality Control/Quality Assurance reviews of work completed on assigned projects
• Prepare and conduct client and stakeholder presentations with support from senior management
• Monitor project financial performance and update project staffing requirements to meet financial goals
• Collaborate with senior managers to strategize successful project delivery, financial performance, and risk mitigation
• Identify lessons learned through the project lifecycle to be shared/presented to internal staff members
• Assist in the authoring of project descriptions and resumes to be incorporated into marketing materials
• Maintain effective working relationships with team members and clients; mentor and support less experienced team members
• Ensure compliance with all TERRA standards and guidelines

Education/Experience

• B.S. in surveying or related field strongly preferred
• 8+ years of applicable surveying experience
• IL/WI PLS License strongly preferred
• May require a valid driver's license for periodic field work or site visits

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment and communicate with clients and build relationships and trust
• Proficient in managing teams and projects across multiple disciplines
• Strong ability to convey information through effective oral and written communication
• Highly proficient with computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering
• Strong proficiency in general documentation software such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam
• Proficient using project management software and tools for financial management, reporting, and resource utilization
• Demonstrated public speaking, presentation, and leadership abilities
• Demonstrated understanding of industry and construction practices, methodologies, and best engineering practices and leverages that understanding to lead engineering efforts through all project stages
• Effectively maintains office and field health & safety requirements and protocols
• Maintains a work schedule conducive to team collaboration and project-specific requirements

Physical Requirements

• Exerting up to 10-30 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to move objects
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds
• Involves sitting most of the time, but requires the ability to attend in-person meetings internally and externally and visit project sites
• Considerable time is spent at a work station using a computer and using various forms of communication (telephone, email, messaging, etc.)
• Requires occasional work in the field and may include exposure to outside weather and environmental conditions as well as physical activities including walking, stooping, and crouching

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages including bonus program, paid holidays and paid time off
• Retirement plan options with safe harbor match and profit sharing
• Hybrid/Flexible work arrangements for most positions
• A warm culture that is conducive to growth and professional development
• And more!

In accordance with local law, the estimated salary range is applicable to the position and location associated with this posting. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: TERRA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders will become the property of TERRA and TERRA will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.