Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited program.
Active California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
Minimum of 8 years of professional surveying experience, with 2 years in charge of field survey work.
Preferred experience of 10-15 years for Senior Project Manager level.
Knowledge of boundary law, California State Plane Coordinate System, and construction staking required.
Proficiency with modern surveying instruments and software is essential.
Responsibilities
Define project scope and assist in proposal development with Survey Director or Principal-in-Charge.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans; chair project meetings.
Monitor project performance to ensure quality and budget adherence.
Maintain communication with stakeholders to report on progress and client satisfaction.
Prepare monthly progress reports and billing, reviewing with Director prior to client submission.
Direct projects to completion, ensuring all deliverables meet standards before submission.
Identify project scope changes and obtain authorization for additional work.
Benefits
Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
Generous paid time off packages.
9 Paid Holidays.
Flexible work schedules.
Education reimbursement and paid annual dues for professional organizations.
Award-winning benefits and perks.
Full Job Description
We're seeking an experienced Land Survey Project Manager to join us in Northern California. In this role, you will oversee a team of survey professionals while managing a diverse portfolio of complex, high-profile projects throughout the West Coast. You will be responsible for ensuring all surveying activities are delivered efficiently, on schedule, and to the highest standards of accuracy, quality, and client satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Define project scope and support proposal development with the Survey Director or Principal-in-Charge (PIC), including technical qualifications and presentations
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans; lead project execution and chair progress and review meetings
Monitor project performance to ensure quality, schedule adherence, contract compliance, and budget control
Maintain regular communication with the Director, PIC, and clients to report progress, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction
Prepare monthly progress reports and billing; review billing with the Director or PIC prior to client submittal
Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to client submittal
Identify scope changes and additional services; obtain authorization for extra work prior to execution
Prepare final project reports for review and filing by the Director or PIC
Plan staff work assignments, contribute to performance reviews, and support staff training and professional development
Ensure compliance with office standards and procedures in coordination with the Office Survey Supervisor
Participate in technical and management training, seminars, and professional conferences to maintain and expand expertise
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET-accredited program, plus appropriate continuing education
Active California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required
Minimum of 8 years of professional-level surveying experience, including at least 2 years in responsible charge of field survey work
10 years of experience strongly preferred; 15+ years for Senior Project Manager level
Without a bachelor's degree, a minimum of 10 years of professional surveying experience is required
Experience must demonstrate progressively increasing responsibility, particularly on large, complex, or technically challenging projects
Thorough knowledge of all phases of land surveying, including boundary law, subdivisions, California State Plane Coordinate System, applicable statutes, control and geodetic surveys, photogrammetry, and construction staking
Proficiency with modern surveying instruments, electronic data collection systems, and office computing tools
Strong understanding of contract administration, project management principles, scheduling, reporting, proposal development, and budget control
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a high-level management role
Demonstrated leadership skills with a positive, professional management style
Experience coordinating technical teams on long-duration, high-value, or complex projects
Ability to deliver formal presentations to firm leadership, clients, and public agencies
Reports to the Survey Group Director, Principal-in-Charge, and Office Manager regarding quality, schedule, staffing, standards compliance, and financial performance
Performance evaluated by firm leadership and clients based on technical quality, schedule adherence, and overall project success
Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.
Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.
Benefits
The typical base salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $185,000.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
Generous paid time off packages.
9 Paid Holidays.
Flexible schedules.
Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
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