Survey Manager

Job description:

Are you a skilled survey professional ready to lead a dynamic team on impactful projects? We are seeking a Survey Manager to oversee survey operations and project delivery for high-profile private land development and public works projects in the San Diego region. This is a leadership role with opportunities for mentorship, career growth, and significant impact on the success of complex surveying initiatives.

Why This Role Is Exciting:

• Lead and mentor a team of survey professionals on landmark projects in San Diego.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver high-quality survey data and mapping solutions.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and goals while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and involvement in business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Management & Leadership:

• Provide direction, support, and mentorship to junior survey staff.
• Oversee project schedules, deliverables, and time management.
• Manage client interactions, ensuring projects meet expectations on time and within budget.
• Contribute to business development, proposal writing, and project estimating.

Technical Expertise:

• Prepare CAD drawings for boundary surveys, topographic maps, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, as-built surveys, subdivision maps, and other survey deliverables.
• Process survey submittals with city and county agencies.
• Conduct mapping research, boundary analysis, calculations, exhibits, and legal description preparation.
• Apply knowledge of California Subdivision Map Act, Professional Surveyors Act, and local civil codes.
• Utilize Civil 3D (preferred), MicroStation Inroads (plus), Trimble Business Center, and Carlson software.
• Maintain familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Bluebeam for project documentation.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
• Minimum of 5 years of office mapping experience in private land development and public works projects.
• Strong leadership, time management, and communication skills.
• Previous field experience is a plus.
• Technical proficiency in survey software and CAD tools.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA, FSA, Life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Generous paid time off, commuter, and wellness benefits.
• A culture of mentorship, teamwork, and career growth.

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking, community-focused team where your leadership and technical expertise will directly influence the success of high-profile surveying projectswithout revealing the company name until the right moment.