Survey Manager

We are partnered with a nationally recognized geospatial and surveying firm with more than 6,000 employees across the United States. Due to continued growth and a strong backlog of large-scale infrastructure, transportation, energy, and land development projects, our client is seeking a Survey Department Manager to lead and expand their Atlanta, Georgia operations. This is a high-visibility leadership opportunity offering the chance to oversee a talented team, drive operational excellence, and play a key role in delivering some of the region's most impactful projects. The Survey Department Manager will be responsible for: Leading the daily operations, performance, and strategic growth of the Survey Department in the Atlanta market. Managing survey managers, project surveyors, field crews, and office staff to ensure successful project delivery. Overseeing the execution of boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA/NSPS, utility, and infrastructure surveys. Establishing and maintaining quality control procedures to ensure accuracy, compliance, and client satisfaction. Collaborating with engineering, geospatial, and project management teams on complex, multi-disciplinary projects. Supporting business development efforts through client relationship management, proposal development, and project presentations. Managing departmental budgets, staffing forecasts, scheduling, utilization, and overall operational performance. The Survey Department Manager should have the following qualifications: Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Georgia, or the ability to obtain reciprocity quickly. 10+ years of progressive surveying experience, including leadership and departmental management responsibilities. Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, geomatics technologies, and industry best practices. Experience managing large-scale transportation, infrastructure, utility, municipal, or land development projects. Proven track record of leading teams, mentoring staff, and developing future survey leaders. Proficiency with modern survey equipment, GPS/GNSS technologies, LiDAR, UAV platforms, and survey software. Excellent communication, client management, and business development skills. Benefits: Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus opportunities. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) with company match. Employee stock ownership and/or long-term incentive opportunities. Significant career advancement potential within a growing national organization. Access to cutting-edge technology, high-profile projects, and industry-leading resources. Flexible work environment and strong corporate support infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity for a surveying leader who wants to make a significant impact within a nationally respected organization while overseeing some of the largest and most complex projects in the Southeast. #J-18808-Ljbffr