Survey Project Manager NC PLS

Spotlock; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Survey Project Manager to lead diverse projects in South Charlotte. This role offers the potential for ownership and leadership, making it an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional. You will manage survey projects, specializing in construction staking, while collaborating with experienced teams to ensure high-quality deliverables. Utilize leading tools like Carlson Survey and AutoCAD to produce exceptional work. If you're ready to elevate your career and make a significant impact in the surveying field, this position is tailored for you.

Benefits

Ownership potential

Competitive pay

Exciting projects

Strong team support

Convenient location

Qualifications

• Licensed PLS or ability to obtain, with strong project management skills.
• Experience in construction staking and survey drafting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute survey projects, specializing in construction staking.
• Oversee field crews and ensure project completion with high accuracy.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Staking

Boundary Surveys

Topographic Surveys

Geospatial Surveys

Education

NC Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license

Tools

Carlson Survey

AutoCAD

Job description

We are looking for a Survey Project Manager with a NC Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license to join our team in South Charlotte, NC. This role is ideal for a skilled survey professional who wants to take on a leadership position, work on a diverse range of projects, and grow into an ownership opportunity—without a buyout requirement.

Why Join Us?

• Ownership potential – Pathway to leadership and future ownership, working directly with an industry veteran.
• Competitive pay – $45 - $60/hr + Overtime (time and a half over 40 hours per week). Targeting 45 to 50 hours per week.
• Exciting projects – Primarily private-sector work, 80% construction staking, plus boundary, topo, and geospatial surveys.
• Strong team support – Work alongside five field crews and two experienced PMs/Technicians to ensure smooth project execution.
• Utilize Carlson Survey and AutoCAD for high-quality drafting and survey production.
• Convenient location – Based in South Charlotte

What You’ll Do

• Manage and execute survey projects, specializing in construction staking for residential, multifamily, and commercial developments.
• Handle drafting and survey production using Carlson Survey and AutoCAD.
• Oversee and coordinate field crews to ensure efficient project completion.
• Conduct boundary, topographic, and geospatial surveys, including projects for the City of Charlotte’s on-call contracts.
• Maintain high accuracy and efficiency in deliverables while managing multiple projects.
• Collaborate with leadership and contribute to the firm’s continued growth.

What We’re Looking For

• NC Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license (or ability to obtain).
• Proficiency in Carlson Survey and AutoCAD for survey drafting.
• Experience in construction staking, boundary, and topographic surveys.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to oversee field crews.
• A forward-thinking, driven individual who wants to make an impact and grow within the company.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated PLS who wants to take their career to the next level, with the chance to step into a leadership role and shape the future of the company.

Ready to grow your career? Apply today!