Surveying Manager

Location: San Diego, CA

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Job Description
The Surveying Manager (Survey Department Manager) is responsible for the overall direction, production, and quality control within the Survey Department. This position requires extensive leadership experience, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to manage people, projects, and department operations.
Experience
10+ years
Salary Range
$120K - $200K + Bonus
Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the State of California

10+ years of professional experience in land surveying

3+ years in a supervisory role managing a survey team

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble, Leica, and other survey-related software

Strong leadership, project management, and client relationship skills

California driver’s license required

Responsibilities

Supervise the entire Survey Department staff

Develop and implement department policies, procedures, and production workflows

Coordinate with CEO, Operations Manager, and Civil Department Manager

Review and approve contracts, proposals, project documents (PDs), and change orders

Manage survey project scheduling, field crew coordination, and client communication

Develop and implement the Survey Department Marketing Plan

Oversee job tracking, job numbering systems, and department financial management

Conduct staff hiring, evaluations, and salary adjustments

Prepare and manage the Annual Survey Department Budget

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience + bonus potential

401(k) and profit sharing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

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