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Survey Project Manager

Pape-Dawson
Savannah, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/4/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Project Manager position at Pape-Dawson?

Overview

Job Description:

Pape-Dawson Georgia with offices in Alpharetta and Statesboro recently opened a new office in Savannah. We're looking to hire a licensed Survey Project Manager for our Savannah office.

This position oversees all aspects of land surveying projects, including regulatory compliance, budget management, and quality assurance of deliverables. This role requires exceptional leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with teams and clients to ensure project success. The Survey Project Manager is also responsible for mentoring team members and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department.
  • Provide guidance and direction to Survey Technicians and Field Crews.
  • Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules and regulations governing professional land surveying.
  • Prepare detailed project proposals, including timelines and budgets.
  • Manage project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance.
  • Perform quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables prepared by the team.
  • Adhere to and enforce corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles.
  • Manage, train, and mentor members of the Survey Department to support their professional development.
  • Maintain and develop professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
  • Lead and support the resolution of complex survey issues or challenges.

Qualifications

  • Registered as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience as a licensed surveyor.
  • Proven ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions independently in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, staff, and other stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage performance, provide feedback, and handle personnel matters.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact at all levels of the organization.
  • Dependable, reliable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to handle complex survey challenges.
  • Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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