Survey Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The Survey Project Manager is responsible for managing land surveying projects from initiation through completion, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations, regulatory requirements, company quality standards, and financial objectives.

As the primary liaison between SAM and its clients, this role coordinates field and office teams, supports business development efforts, and contributes to the growth and development of technical staff. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a strong surveying background and the desire to continue developing their project management and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead land surveying projects from planning through final delivery.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, contracts, invoicing, and overall project performance.
• Coordinate field and office teams, allocate resources, and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide technical oversight and, when licensed, prepare, review, sign, and seal survey deliverables, including plats, easements, exhibits, and right-of-way documents, as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, safety requirements, and SAM quality standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships with clients, engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Support business development by identifying new opportunities, assisting with proposals, and strengthening client relationships.
• Mentor and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performing work environment.
• Represent SAM at client meetings, project discussions, and industry events.
  

What You Bring to SAM

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred; Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) or candidates actively pursuing licensure will also be considered.
• Bachelor's degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Progressive experience in land surveying with demonstrated responsibility for coordinating projects, leading crews or office staff, or supporting project delivery.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Trimble Business Center, or other industry-standard survey software, along with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor, motivate, and develop team members.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality and client service.

\nCompany Description

Since 2016 and over $3M in sales in 2025 alone, Critical Path Consultants, Inc (CPC Staffing) specializes in sourcing elite engineering and technical professionals for long-term, high-level roles — from project management and controls and engineering (mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, etc.), to industry-specific experts. We understand complex workplaces and deliver talent that drives innovation, safety, and precision across sectors like energy, aerospace, and software.

We go beyond quick fills by building strategic partnerships that support workforce continuity. Our curated network of credentialed professionals ensures clients receive smart, qualified talent who seamlessly integrate into specialized teams and elevate mission-critical projects.

Company Description

Since 2016 and over $3M in sales in 2025 alone, Critical Path Consultants, Inc (CPC Staffing) specializes in sourcing elite engineering and technical professionals for long-term, high-level roles — from project management and controls and engineering (mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, etc.), to industry-specific experts. We understand complex workplaces and deliver talent that drives innovation, safety, and precision across sectors like energy, aerospace, and software.\n\nWe go beyond quick fills by building strategic partnerships that support workforce continuity. Our curated network of credentialed professionals ensures clients receive smart, qualified talent who seamlessly integrate into specialized teams and elevate mission-critical projects.