Survey Project Manager (RPLS)

Dunaway; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Friday afternoons off

Competitive base compensation

401(k) retirement plan with company 0%

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off starting at three weeks

EAP

Company‑paid life insurance

Job summary

Dunaway in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Project Manager for the Survey team to advance land surveying projects from planning to delivery, coordinating schedules, budgets, staff, quality, and client communications with senior guidance.

You will support boundary/topographic/construction staking projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor field staff while ensuring adherence to Dunaway standards and processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant technical experience in a professional services environment.
• Up to 2 years of experience with project coordination, client interaction, or staff oversight.
• Previous experience managing individual project tasks is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Geosciences, or related degree.
• RPLS - Registered Professional Land Surveyor.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute project tasks from kickoff through completion.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and task progress for on-time delivery.
• Assist with project financial tracking, billing, and performance metrics.
• Contribute to proposals, estimates, scopes, and project documentation.
• Build client-facing experience through communication with clients and agencies.
• Coordinate staff assignments and support resource scheduling across teams.
• Provide limited oversight and mentorship to technical and field staff.
• Support QA/QC to ensure accurate survey deliverables and standards.
• Participate in field visits, meetings, and agency coordination.
• Collaborate across disciplines to keep projects moving toward goals.
• Assist with survey mapping, drafting, and production for boundary/topo staking.
• Coordinate permitting and entitlement processes related to survey submittals.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Survey CAD

Project coordination

Client interaction

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying/Geomatics/Geosciences or related

Equivalent combo of education and 8 years of experience

RPLS - Registered Professional Land Surveyor

Tools

GIS

Survey CAD

Job description

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Full Time Regular Professional Houston, TX, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1467

WHAT WE DO:

Founded in 1956, Dunaway is a multidisciplinary professional services firm offering Survey, Civil and Structural Engineering, Planning + Landscape Architecture, and Construction Inspection Services (CIS), in addition to Environmental and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering), and ROW (Right-of-Way) services.

For over seventy years, Dunaway has been a trusted client advisor, committed to improving lives in the communities we serve. Supported by a team of 370+ professionals with eight offices across Texas, including Fort Worth, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Farmersville, Houston, and Midland.

WHO WE ARE:

The Dunaway Difference is our three foundational components (represented by the waves in our logo): Core Values, One Heart, and Profitable Growth. The combination of these three pillars creates a feeling and experience that is uniquely Dunaway.

One heart, all rowing in the same direction in unison together, while continuously seeking to exemplify our core values of Integrity, Respect, Honesty, Technical Excellence, Attitude of Service, Sense of Urgency and Responsiveness in everything we do.

Just like a crew race, we always look forward with the finish line in mind. Because when we win, our employees do too. Through our profitable growth, we provide opportunities, such as Profit-sharing, career advancement, and stability – just to name a few. These are just some of the reasons we were just named a Top Firm to Work for by Zweig!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

As a Project Manager on our Survey team, you will take the next step in your project management career while staying closely connected to the technical work. You will help move land surveying projects from planning through delivery, coordinating schedules, budgets, staff, quality, and client communication with guidance from senior project managers. This is a great opportunity for an experienced survey professional who is ready to expand their project leadership skills while contributing to boundary, topographic, construction staking, platting, and mapping projects.

Once selected to join our team, you will:

• Help plan, coordinate, and execute project tasks and deliverables from kickoff through completion.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and task progress to support accurate, on-time project delivery.
• Assist with project financial tracking, billing, and performance metrics under the guidance of senior project managers.
• Contribute to proposals, estimates, scopes, and other project documentation.
• Build client-facing experience by participating in communication with clients, stakeholders, and external agencies.
• Coordinate staff assignments and support resource scheduling across project teams.
• Provide limited oversight, coordination, and mentorship to technical, production, and field staff.
• Support QA/QC efforts to maintain accurate survey deliverables and compliance with company standards.
• Participate in field visits, project meetings, and agency coordination as needed.
• Collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines to keep projects moving toward shared goals.
• Assist with survey mapping, drafting, and production for boundary, topographic, and construction staking projects.
• Coordinate permitting and entitlement processes related to survey submittals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and, Civil 3D
• Knowledge of survey CAD and design standards; familiarity with Dunaway standards is a plus.
• Familiarity with applicable surveying standards, codes, and regulations.
• Understanding of project financial and performance metrics.

SKILLS:

• Strong technical, organizational, and analytical abilities.
• Clear, professional communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate successfully within multidisciplinary teams.
• Initiative, attention to quality, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to provide limited coordination and mentorship to technical and field staff.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of relevant technical experience in a professional services environment.
• Up to 2 years of experience with project coordination, client interaction, or staff oversight.
• Previous experience managing individual project tasks is preferred.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Geosciences, or related degree
• An equivalent combination of education and 8 years of progressive technical experience in lieu of a degree.
• RPLS -Registered Professional Land Surveyor

WHY DUNAWAY?

At Dunaway, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve communities across Texas while being part of a collaborative team that values technical excellence, professional growth, and service. We offer:

• Employee ownership mindset and profit-sharing opportunities
• Career advancement and leadership development
• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Collaborative culture built around our Core Values and One Heart philosophy

BENEFITS SNAPSHOT

Dunaway offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support flexibility, wellbeing, and long‑term success, including:

• Hybrid work environment with flexible work schedules and remote work options (role dependent)
• Friday afternoons off
• Competitive base compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, including company HSA contributions
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year, plus paid holidays and floating holidays
• PTO exchange option
• Wellness and mental health resources, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑paid life insurance and short‑and‑long‑term disability coverage
• Paid military leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee‑owned company culture with a shared‑success mindset

Work arrangements and schedules may vary based on role, team, and business needs.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Dunaway in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.