Survey project manager job description

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you're interested in a rewarding career working with the industry's best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We are looking for a dedicated Project Surveyor to grow with our collaborative team and work on a variety of land development projects.
Here's what you'll do:

Understand the project scope of work and the goals and expectations of the client and PM. Provide input on project safety plan and ensure work activities are compliant. Track schedules, project cost and time to complete for all tasks. Coordinate with Technical Discipline Leads on staff requirements and development. Workings with the PM prepare, monitor and adjust the project quality plan. Serve as the primary project technical expert and assist with technical problem resolution. Ensure project team complies with processes and procedures. Provide lessons learned during the project and incorporate lessons learned on other projects. Ensure that all checking and approval activities are undertaken prior to transmitting deliverables. Give particular attention to coordination of technical work between different disciplines. Identify technical issues which may affect client satisfaction and act with the PM to resolve. Perform or delegate technical tasks to ensure all elements of the scope of work are completed, including: Field crew setup Geodetic control network planning and design Control survey processing and adjustment Feature processing of topographic field data Generating, editing and clean-up of Digital Terrain Models (DTM) Title commitment review Public records research COGO calculations Writing property descriptions Obtaining permits Obtaining Right of Entry Ensuring all QC plans are followed Work with PM to establish estimate of hours to complete each task Schedule tasks


Most importantly, you'll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of yourself and your team.


6+ years of experience in surveying. 2+ years of experience as a Project Surveyor. Professional Land Surveying license preferred. Experience with, and the coordination of, the following disciplines preferred: laser scanning, photogrammetry, remote sensing, LiDAR, CAD, GIS, subsurface utilities, or ROW acquisition.
Minimum requirements:


Bachelor's or associate's degree in applicable field. Proven ability to complete all technical aspects of a surveying task. Must have good social and communication skills. Ability to pass drug screen and background checks. Reputation as a trusted and respected member of the surveying community.

This position can work remotely in the US.

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As a Professional Surveyor (PS) for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in either our Fishers or Indianpolis office, you will have the opportunity to help grow our expanding civil engineering and survey practice. You will be responsible for technical and supervisory work coordinating survey crews and office staff engaged in multi-disciplinary structured organization which includes design, control, ALTA/ACSM Land Title, boundary, construction surveying, automated mapping or preparing maps and associated legal descriptions. You will coordinate numerous survey or mapping projects and perform technical calculations and field re-design to maintain designated project time frames. You'll supervise and coordinate all phases of land survey and will be responsible for work results and progress of assigned survey parties. You'll train personnel and review survey procedures, check technical aspects of land survey procedures, and insure crews are functioning at a high performance level. You'll prepare and verify accuracy of legal descriptions, maps and aerial photographs and perform survey calculations as required for subdivisions, establishment of roadway alignments, survey closures and geodetic ties. You'll direct the activities of GPS work which includes geodetic and topographical surveying. Relocation and Sign On bonuses may be available.
+ 5+ years of professional surveying experience;

+ Professional Land Surveyor registration (PLS) or ability to obtain licensure with having S.I.T.;

+ Knowledge of technological advances, principles, techniques and practices of land surveying;

+ Experience with survey project management; including preparation of proposals, tracking project budgets, and billing review;

+ Ability to speak and write professionally;

+ Ability to provide guidance and mentoring to staff in the survey practice;

+ Ability to assist in growth of survey practice using marketing and networking techniques.

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is consistently ranked as an Engineering News-Record Top 200 Design Firm, offering big firm opportunities with a small firm culture. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide you with the opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in our success. You will work on diverse projects while providing high quality service to our clients.

In addition to offering company stock at all levels, we provide a matching 401(k), profit sharing, a performance bonus for all employees, medical dental and vision insurance, short and long term disability and tuition assistance. Join our team where your contribution matters.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Street: 530 E. Ohio Street

Job DescriptionProject Surveyor If you are a Project Surveyor with 3+ years of experience, please read on!

We are one of the top Civil Engineering firms in the PNW, providing engineering, geologic, and environmental services to communities in Southern Oregon and Northern California. With nearly 50 years of operating excellence, we give clients extra assurance that our projects are designed/constructed to last and work well. We are a privately held corporation with 30% of employees owning stock in the company, giving our team members opportunities to grow alongside the company. We are seeking a Project Surveyor to support our survey operations throughout the PNW.

So what are you waiting for? Apply today and take your career to the next level!What's In It for You- Competitive Pay ($60K - $80K) + Bonus Opportunities
- 401K + Company Match
- 2 Weeks PTO + 9 Paid Holidays
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Comprehensive Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Other Perks (Company Vehicles, Holiday Celebrations, etc.) What You Will Be Doing- Work in the beautiful coastal redwoods and rural communities of Northern California
- Partner with licensed PLS to define project scope/costs; planning and evaluating field projects, performing surveys, managing crew team members, etc.
- Gather field survey data through the use of conventional and GPS methods, collecting data on roads, bridges, construction staking, intersections, right-of-ways, monuments, corners, boundaries, and property lines
- Process field data and translate findings into existing site conditions/topographic maps
- Research and calculate parcel boundaries, developing record of survey maps, ALTA Surveys, corner records and other project data
- Conduct construction survey calculations and prepare reports for contractors What You Need for this Position- 3+ years of Land Surveying experience
- Functional knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Software
- LSIT Certification preferred
- Degree in Geomatics, Surveying, Engineering or related field (B.S. in Geomatics or Surveying preferred)
- Valid Driver's License
- Some Travel required So, if you are a Project Surveyor with 3+ years of experience, please apply today! -
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