Survey Project Manager

Job Title: Survey Project Manager Location: Riverside, CA | Work Arrangement: On-site (Full-Time) Compensation: $95,000 $125,000 per year Placement Fee: 9% Estimated Payout: $8550 $11250 Payment Timeline: Net 30 Days upon candidate joining Guarantee Period: 45 Days About the Organization Our client is a premier engineering and surveying organization dedicated to executing complex private land development and public works projects. The organization fosters a high-performance, collaborative environment focused on absolute precision, strict compliance with California surveying standards, and seamless client delivery across public and private sectors. Role Overview This is a senior-level technical leadership position focused on managing surveying and construction staking projects from initial proposal through final delivery. Working directly on-site in Riverside, CA, you will manage client relationships, oversee survey workloads, process agency submittals, and ensure all field and office operations achieve operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Project & Budget Management: Manage project schedules, operational budgets, resource allocation, contract hours, and scope management to ensure on-time delivery. Technical Quality & Review: Prepare and review detailed CAD drawings including Boundary, Topographic, ALTA/NSPS, Land Title, As-Built, and Subdivision Maps. Agency Compliance: Process project submittals with city, county, and regulatory agencies. Coordinate construction bid documents and contract administration. Analysis & Calculations: Perform rigorous boundary analysis, closure calculations, legal descriptions, exhibit preparation, and support construction staking calculations. Client & Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, consultants, and public agencies to streamline project execution. Required Qualifications Education & Licensing: Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) certification is strictly required. Core Experience: Minimum five (5) years of progressive surveying and mapping experience, preferably supporting private land development and public works projects. Leadership Depth: Minimum three (3) years of direct management or supervisory experience overseeing survey staff and field crews. Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of California surveying regulations, municipal standards, agency procedures, construction sequencing, and site constraints. Estimating Skills: Proven experience preparing structural construction staking calculations and detailed construction cost estimates. Technical Skills & Tools Core Platforms: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Software: Carlson Software knowledge is highly desirable. Additional Operational Details: Supervisory Responsibilities Direct and coordinate the daily activities of field crews and collaborate directly with engineers, analysts, and contractors. Manage staff scheduling, performance evaluations, and project workload distribution. Benefits & Corporate Perks Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) and Profit Sharing Life and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Leave Employee Engagement, Team-Building Events, and Professional Growth Opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr VSV WINS INC