Survey Project Manager, Marine Services - Apple Valley, CA

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Apple Valley (CA); On-site; USD 89,544 - 139,137; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Financial wellness programs

Professional development support

Work-life balance benefits

401k retirement plan

Holistic Wellbeing Program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. seeks a Survey Project Manager for its Marine Services team in Apple Valley, California. This role involves leading marine survey projects, developing scopes and budgets, and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate will hold a PLS license and have over 10 years of relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Join us to contribute to high-quality marine geophysical surveying and work alongside experts dedicated to ecological health.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with project management and client-facing responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead marine survey projects from proposal to execution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Provide direction and mentorship to team members.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Budget management

Team leadership

Communication skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS Pro

Trimble Business Center

Education

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS Pro

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Survey Project Manager, Marine Services

At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Marine team leads in hydrographic and marine geophysical surveying, delivering precise data through high-resolution multibeam bathymetry, vessel-based LiDAR, and underwater imaging.

Locations: Apple Valley, Los Angeles, Ontario, San Diego, Santa Clarita, Temecula, Tustin, CA.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead marine survey projects from proposal through execution and closeout
• Develop scopes, schedules, and budgets; monitor project performance and profitability
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including hydrographers, geophysicists, and GIS professionals
• Identify and manage project risks, ensuring successful delivery

Client Management & Business Development

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships
• Lead and contribute to proposals, interviews, and pursuit strategies
• Identify new opportunities and support the growth of the Marine Services practice
• Collaborate with internal teams to expand services across existing clients

Technical Oversight & Survey Authority

• Serve as Project Surveyor of record, including review, stamping, and signing of deliverables
• Provide high-level oversight of survey methodologies, geodetic control, and data quality
• Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards (e.g., USACE, NOAA)

Team Leadership

• Provide direction and mentorship to field and office staff
• Coordinate resources and support staff development across projects
• Review work products and maintain quality standards

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Washington and/or Oregon (or ability to obtain)
• 10+ years of progressive experience, including project management and client-facing responsibilities
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience contributing to or leading proposals and client development efforts
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client trust
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, Trimble Business Center, and related tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hydrographic and/or marine geophysical surveying
• Knowledge of geodesy, vertical datums, and datum transformations
• Familiarity with USACE hydrographic survey standards

What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work, emphasizing collaboration and stewardship of the built and natural environments.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills while working alongside colleagues committed to improving the quality of life and ecological health.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Work-life balance: Vacation, Sick time, and Holiday Pay
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $65.00/hour - $101.00/hour (actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location)