Survey Manager Jobs

Survey Managers lead the design, execution, and analysis of surveys that help organizations understand customers, employees, markets, and communities. They turn research goals into reliable data and actionable findings, coordinating people, timelines, technology, and quality from planning through reporting. Explore vetted Survey Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Survey Manager Do?

A Survey Manager oversees survey research programs and ensures that studies produce useful, trustworthy results. Responsibilities may include defining research objectives, selecting methodologies, developing questionnaires, managing sampling and fieldwork, monitoring data quality, and presenting findings to stakeholders. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on customer experience, market research, public opinion, employee engagement, or academic and policy research.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in survey research, research operations, or analytics, along with strong project and people-management skills. Knowledge of questionnaire design, sampling, survey platforms, data collection methods, and statistical analysis can be valuable. Clear communication, attention to detail, stakeholder management, and the ability to translate complex results into practical recommendations are also important. Requirements vary by role and industry.

Career Opportunities for Survey Managers

Survey Managers work across consulting, technology, healthcare, finance, government, higher education, and market research organizations. Senior professionals may advance into research director, insights leader, customer experience, or analytics leadership roles. Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, scope, and experience; Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more.

Find Survey Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Survey Manager openings to find roles aligned with your research expertise and leadership goals. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply directly to opportunities that match your experience.

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$97K - $130K *

Drive excellence by leading manufacturing test strategies and operations, ensuring product quality and reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance test architectures and improve efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate customer success by guiding enterprise clients in leveraging AI solutions, ensuring satisfaction and retention through strategic engagement and tailored support, while driving measurable busin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful market research initiatives by overseeing project execution, ensuring quality deliverables, and translating insights into actionable strategies while mentoring junior team members and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive surveying excellence by leading data collection and analysis to support mine operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and compliance while fostering continu...

Dease Lake, BCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $200K *

Engage in mission management by leading customer missions from planning to operations. Collaborate with engineers and technical teams to ensure successful integration, testing, and deployment of compl...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead surveying operations, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring staff and driving departmental growth. Collaborate with leadership to align strategies and enhance market presence in a dynam...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $145K *

Lead the management of electric distribution projects, ensuring timely delivery and effective stakeholder coordination throughout all phases, from planning to closeout, while maintaining budgetary con...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate operational excellence across the West region by leading teams, enhancing safety, and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize performance metrics and foste...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Build and run a proactive statewide Quality Control Program to enhance service delivery across Facilities Engineering, Custodial, and Construction, focusing on prevention and continuous improvement...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leveraging over 10 years of contract management expertise in DoD acquisition programs, focusing on space-related initiatives while training personnel and enhancing procurement s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $110K *

Champion a high-performance Service team, driving customer satisfaction and sales goals. Oversee operations, enhance team capabilities, and ensure effective resolution of issues, while maintaining a s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $110K *

Contribute to team excellence by managing service operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and leading training initiatives to achieve sales and operational goals. Provide hands-on leadership and...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$74K - $99K *

Lead and optimize our customer-facing service team while enhancing performance, ensuring high customer satisfaction, and managing operational challenges. Drive team success through leadership and effe...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $103K *

Engage as a Service Manager to lead customer-facing teams, drive performance, resolve issues, and foster a high level of customer satisfaction while achieving sales and operational goals...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $103K *

Lead the charge in managing a customer-focused Service team to drive performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and achieve key service and sales goals through effective leadership and operational ex...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$74K - $99K *

Empower your leadership skills by managing a service team focused on customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Drive sales, improve service quality, and ensure your team's success through effe...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $103K *

Lead a dynamic service team to enhance customer satisfaction, drive sales, and manage operational performance. Foster a safe environment while resolving issues and achieving budget goals through effec...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $103K *

Deliver high-quality service management by leading a customer-focused team, ensuring optimal performance, and fostering a positive work environment while achieving sales and operational goals...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing a customer-focused service team, ensuring high performance, training in sales techniques, and resolving issues while achieving budgetary and satisfaction goals through dire...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $103K *

Engage in a rewarding leadership role managing customer service teams, driving sales, resolving issues, and ensuring team performance while promoting a safe, productive environment and delivering top...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $150K *

Manage configuration management processes for developmental and operational systems. Collaborate with teams to maintain baselines, implement automated tools, and ensure compliance throughout the syste...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy and outcomes by leading a key area from problem identification to measurable market success. Collaborate across teams to align on priorities, manage risks, and drive product...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $150K *

Transform project management by overseeing daily operations, fostering client relations, and driving business development in a dynamic survey department. Lead a team to achieve financial objectives an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the success of our Florida Survey Department by managing projects, budgets, and client relations. Lead a team of survey technicians, ensuring operational excellence and fostering strong client p...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing multiple projects and leading survey operations. Oversee budget, client relations, and team performance while driving business development and ensuring project...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Survey Manager do?question toggle

    A Survey Manager plans and oversees survey research, from defining objectives and designing questionnaires to coordinating data collection, ensuring quality, analyzing results, and sharing findings with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are useful for Survey Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly value experience in survey research or analytics, project and team leadership, and familiarity with questionnaire design, sampling, survey tools, and data analysis. Specific requirements depend on the employer and role.

  • Where do Survey Managers work?question toggle

    Survey Managers work in a range of sectors, including market research, consulting, technology, healthcare, finance, government, and higher education.

  • How much do Survey Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual postings for compensation details.

  • How can I find Survey Manager jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Survey Manager openings, compare responsibilities and qualifications, and apply to listings that fit your experience and career goals.