Project Manager - Land Surveyor

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Bonus based on performance


• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Flexible schedule


• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance

Join Our Award-Winning Team at San Dieguito Engineering!

Position: Project Manager – Land Surveyor

Location: Carlsbad, California

Company: San Dieguito Engineering (SDE)

Are you an experienced Land Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to be part of a collaborative, established, and respected firm where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is supported?

At SDE, we do more than survey land — we build communities.

Why Choose SDE?

Established in 1974 , SDE is an award-winning civil engineering firm in beautiful Carlsbad, CA , known for excellence in civil engineering, land surveying, land planning , and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) . We work on a variety of public and private land development and infrastructure projects throughout San Diego County .

We’re committed to being the #1 Small Business civil engineering and land surveying firm in the region — and we know that starts with our people.

What Sets Us Apart:

· Collaborative culture where your voice is heard

 

 · A tight-knit, team-oriented environment

 

 · Leadership that values innovation, communication, and integrity

 

· Real opportunities to grow professionally and advance in your career

· Repeat Clients with a diverse range of projects

About the Role:

We are seeking a California-licensed PLS with a minimum of 5 years of experience to serve as a Project Manager in our Survey Department. You’ll work closely with our Survey Manager and field teams on diverse land development and municipal projects.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and manage a variety of surveying projects

· Schedule office and survey crews

· Coordinate with Clients and survey staff

· Oversee preparation of boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys

· Draft plats, legal descriptions, subdivision/parcel maps, and Records of Survey

· Support and guide field survey teams

· Provide QA/QC on survey documents

· Collaborate with civil engineering and planning departments

· Assist in proposal preparation for new project opportunities

Preferred Tools & Software: - AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Microstation V8i
- Trimble Data Collector Business Center

- Leica Data Collector and GPS
- MS Office Suite

Who You Are:

· Licensed California PLS

· Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects

· A strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative team setting

· Organized, self-motivated, and driven to exceed client expectations

· Eager to grow professionally and help shape the future of our survey practice

What We Offer:

· Competitive salary

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· 401K with employer match

· Flexible work schedule

· Generous paid time off

· Integration of Corporate Values: Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, Team Work, and Work-Life Balance

· Team learning approach

· Exposure to variety of projects at different phases

· A welcoming, supportive team environment

Ready to Make a Lasting Impact in San Diego?
Join a firm where you’re not just another number — you’re a valued contributor to our shared success.

To apply, please submit your PDF resume to: View email address on jobs.jobcopilot.com
(No resume links, please.)

Compensation: $73.00 - $80.00 per hour

Our Purpose

By promoting teamwork and project innovation, we impact our communities in positive ways through the services we perform. These are our SDE’s values:

Integrity

Building trust builds a better company.

Commitment

We are committed to exceeding our clients’ expectations.

Teamwork

Work together to solve complex problems.

Creativity

Embrace new ideas and leading-edge technologies to inspire an innovative culture.

Work-Life Balance

We value our people!

The Spirit of Our Culture

By building on our firm’s culture, we continue to grow and nurture each other and new talent joining the firm. Our people are at the heart of our commitment and success. By knowing this, we focus on our relationships with our clients and teams which keeps San Dieguito Engineering moving in a positive direction.