Survey Project Manager, Marine ServicesMarine Services Jobs with David Evans and Associates:The
Marine Services Business Unit is seeking a
Survey Project Manager, Marine Services in
Apple Valley, Los Angeles, Ontario, San Diego, Santa Clarita, Temecula, or
Tustin, CA to serve as aclient lead and technical authorityfor hydrographic and marine geospatial projects.
This role is primarily responsible forleading projects from pursuit through delivery, including client engagement, scope development, team coordination, and financial performance. As a licensed Professional Land Surveyor, this individual will also provideoversight, review, and stamping of survey deliverables, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance.
This is ahigh-visibility rolewith significant impact on client relationships, project success, and the continued growth of DEA's Marine Services practice.
What You'll DoKey Responsibilities:Project Management & Delivery- Lead marine survey projects fromproposal through execution and closeout
- Develop scopes, schedules, andbudgets;monitor project performance and profitability
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including hydrographers, geophysicists, and GIS professionals
- Identifyand manage project risks, ensuring successful delivery
Client Management & Business Development- Serve as aprimary point of contact for clients, building andmaintainingstrong relationships
- Lead and contribute toproposals, interviews, and pursuit strategies
- Identifynew opportunities and support the growth of the Marine Services practice
- Collaborate with internal teams to expand services across existing clients
Technical Oversight & Survey Authority- Serve as Project Surveyor of record, includingreview, stamping, and signingof deliverables
- Provide high-level oversight of survey methodologies, geodetic control, and data quality
- Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards (e.g., USACE, NOAA)
Team Leadership- Provide direction and mentorship to field and office staff
- Coordinate resources and support staff development across projects
- Review work products andmaintainquality standards
What You BringRequired Qualifications:- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Washington and/or Oregon (or ability to obtain)
- 10+ yearsof progressive experience, including project management and client-facing responsibilities
- Demonstrated experiencemanaging budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience contributing to or leading proposals and client development efforts
- Strongcommunication skills, and ability to build client trust.
- Proficiencywith AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, Trimble Business Center, and related tools
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with hydrographic and/or marine geophysical surveying
- Knowledge of geodesy, vertical datums, and datum transformations
- Familiarity with USACE hydrographic survey standards
What We OfferAs a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.
Benefits:- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
- Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
- Work-life balance: Vacation, Sick time, and Holiday Pay
- Retirement: 401k plan
- Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
- Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
- Potential salary range: $65.00/hour - $101.00/hour
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Potential office locations include: Apple Valley, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Ontario, CA; San Diego, CA; Santa Clarita, CA; Temecula, CA; Tustin, CA.
