Summit Design and Engineering Services ยท 2 weeks ago
Survey Project Manager (PLS)
Summit Design and Engineering Services is a trusted partner to municipalities, state agencies, and private clients throughout the Southeast. They are seeking an experienced and motivated Survey Project Manager (PLS) to manage survey projects from concept through completion, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee survey project operations, including field data collection, boundary determination, and mapping
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining budgets, schedules, and quality standards
Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and project scopes of work
Conduct and verify measurements on, above, and below land surfaces to determine boundary lines, topography, and property features
Research and analyze historical records, deeds, plats, and prior surveys to confirm or establish boundaries and rights-of-way
Prepare detailed survey reports, legal descriptions, plats, and 2D/3D visualizations using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other tools
Coordinate with internal teams, including engineers, planners, and designers, to provide accurate data for design and construction
Serve as primary client contact for survey projects, providing updates, technical guidance, and professional consultation
Review, certify, and seal final survey documents as required
Supervise, mentor, and support field and office survey personnel to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient operations
Implement and maintain QA/QC processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
Ensure all survey work complies with state and federal laws, local regulations, and company safety policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Surveying, or Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 10 years of progressive surveying experience
Active NC Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or able to obtain within six months
Proven ability to manage complex survey projects from planning through delivery
Strong understanding of boundary, topographic, and construction surveying principles
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and modern surveying instruments (GPS, robotic total stations, and data collectors)
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop field and office teams
Valid driver's license and clean driving record; ability to work outdoors in varying conditions
Preferred
Proficiency with Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity, or similar processing software
Experience with 3D scanning (Leica) and drone/UAS survey methods
Multi-state PLS licensure (South Carolina and/or Virginia)
Familiarity with photogrammetry and LiDAR surveying techniques
Benefits
Student loan/tuition reimbursement program
Paid volunteer time
Professional development assistance
Four weeks of PTO
Wellness stipends
Flexible work options
Company
Summit Design and Engineering Services
Summit Design and Engineering Services is a civil engineering firm with offices in Virginia and North Carolina.
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