Survey Project Manager

Job Details: Job Location: Hickory - Hickory, NC 28602, Position Type: Full Time, POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager will provide overall management and direction for projects. Responsibilities include customer interface, client development, project scoping, scheduling, procurement, cost and progress monitoring, management, and reporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for supervision and management of all survey activities related to conventional, GPS, and Laser Scanning surveys.
• Ensure that all bids and estimates for work are established based on the profit and growth objectives of SSMC.
• Create a scope of work for all projects through client negotiation and knowledge of the project, which will define all the project details and be used as a communication tool between the Project Manager, the Field Teams, and the CAD Technicians.
• Ensure that all letters and proposals sent out to a client or a potential client are in the form of routine correspondence for SSMC.
• Ensure that the final product's technical and QA/QC is being implemented before being submitted to a client.
• Ensure that all RFPs are submitted on time and that all bids and estimates for work are established based on the profit and growth objectives of SSMC.
• Ensure that a comprehensive job packet consists of research materials, the scope of work, the work order, and all necessary forms to complete the project.
• Develop comprehensive schedules for long‑term projects that reflect the estimated time frame for completion of work based on the scope of work negotiation with the client. Prepare cost and time estimates for survey proposals.
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance and direction to field personnel, including feedback on performance.
• As necessary, provide proper training and support to field staff in survey procedures.
• Verify that proper research is performed on all projects before being released to the field team.
• Organize and document a post‑project meeting that will highlight any project phases that could have been improved through organizational structure, communication with the field and/or client, estimated schedule, and a review of the job cost (estimated to actual, including a variance report).
• Organize project folders under your direction to be purged and ready for scanned.
• Generate new business leads using various marketing strategies.
• Engage and assist in client marketing.
• Strengthen existing client relationships.
• Participates in and supports the development of long‑term goals and objectives.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents.
• Accommodate client and job site needs by responding to all inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Occasionally work in the field performing surveying tasks.
• May perform light office duties including but not limited to filing, making copies, and scanning.
• May carry out other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Registered Professional Land Surveyor (or ability to obtain PLS within one year) preferred
• Must be Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) or Certified Survey Technician IV.
• 2-year degree in Surveying, Engineering or 4-year degree in Engineering or related field, from an accredited vocational school, college, university or combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the above‑described duties.
• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of managing/surveying infrastructure projects supporting state and local government agencies.
• Perform Boundary Surveys & ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys & As‑built plans.
• Familiarity and experience in using MicroStation are required to support all aspects of FDOT transportation projects.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Proficient with AutoCAD, other CAD programs, and Microsoft Office suite
• Computer skills and technical competence.
• Proven working experience in project management.
• Excellent client‑facing and internal communication skills.
• Outstanding written and communication skills and understanding of how to provide overall client/project management are a must.
• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Works with the team; contributes to a positive team environment; welcomes feedback.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts and adapts to frequent change.
• Must have the ability to communicate well with clients and other members of the project team.
• Works with integrity and acts ethically; supports the organization's culture, goals, and values.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a valid driver's license and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the Company Vehicle policy.
• Must occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds
• Regularly required to sit, talk, or listen.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to complete projects.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.