Survey Project Manager

Job Title: Survey Project Manager

Job Description

The Survey Project Manager is responsible for leading land surveying projects from initiation through completion, with a primary focus on transportation and public service sectors. This role ensures that all project deliverables meet client expectations, regulatory requirements, company quality standards, and financial goals. As the main point of contact to clients, the Survey Project Manager oversees both field and office teams, drives business development efforts, and supports staff growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation and public-sector land survey projects from planning through delivery.

• Oversee regulatory requirements, prepare proposals, budgets, and sign plats.

• Prepare and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, contracts, and billing.

• Supervise and allocate resources across field and office teams, managing 2-3 CAD technicians directly.

• Sign and seal plats, field notes, and right-of-way drawings as needed.

• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact.

• Support business development and lead public-sector proposal efforts.

• Mentor staff and uphold technical and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Professional Surveyor (PS) license.

• Experience in leading and managing land surveying projects, preferably in transportation.

• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD, Micro Station, Geopack, and MS Office Suite.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to clearly define assignments and deliverables to team members.

• Capability to oversee, mentor, and motivate a project team.

• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem-solve promptly.

• Capacity to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining teamwork and collaboration.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with right of way, ALTA surveys, boundary survey, easement, and construction staking.

• Project management expertise.

Work Environment

Mainly working in-office. Some local travel may be required for site visits, client visits, etc. The work environment offers a competitive compensation package, a signing bonus, and a great 401k. There are ample career growth opportunities, and the organization has been named a Top Workplace for two consecutive years.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Westerville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

-Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being -Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend -Work Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families -Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program -Perks and Discounts: Access to "Perks at Work" for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Westerville,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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