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Full-time
associate degree, bachelor degree
Posted 6d ago
Apply by Nov 1
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Field Survey Manager will lead and oversee daily land surveying operations, including managing both field and office teams. They are responsible for technical oversight, financial management, client relations, and ensuring compliance with surveying regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of land surveying experience and proficiency in Civil 3D. A California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license is preferred, along with strong leadership and project management abilities.
Full job description
About the Organization
The hiring organization is a well-established multidisciplinary civil engineering and land development firm specializing in civil engineering design, land surveying, land planning, transportation, and water resources services. The firm supports a wide range of public and private sector clients, delivering high-quality solutions for complex infrastructure and development projects. They emphasize technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation, working closely with developers, municipalities, and agencies to provide accurate, efficient, and buildable project solutions that support sustainable community growth.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Field Survey Manager to lead and oversee land surveying operations for development and construction projects in the San Diego area. This role requires strong leadership, technical surveying expertise, and the ability to manage both field and office teams while ensuring high-quality, efficient, and compliant project delivery. This position offers long-term growth opportunities and involvement in complex, high-impact projects.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management: Manage daily operations of the survey department, including leading both field and office teams.
Technical Oversight: Oversee boundary, topographic, and construction staking surveys; review survey data, CAD work, and coordinate geometry for accuracy.
Financial & Client Management: Develop and maintain client, contractor, and agency relationships; prepare/review proposals, contracts, budgets, and project financials.
Compliance & QC: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local surveying regulations and lead quality control/assurance processes.
Team Leadership: Supervise field crews; ensure accurate daily documentation; mentor and train survey staff; support the implementation of new equipment and software.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of land surveying experience.
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days.
Strong experience managing survey teams and department operations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Civil 3D.
Strong understanding of survey procedures, control, staking, and jobsite safety.
Preferred Skills
Strong project management and organizational abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
High attention to detail and accuracy; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Related keywords
Land SurveyingCivil EngineeringField Survey ManagerBoundary SurveyTopographic SurveyConstruction StakingCADCivil 3DProject ManagementOperations ManagementQuality ControlProfessional Land SurveyorPLSInfrastructureLand DevelopmentBudgeting
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