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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$67K - $101K *

Advance your career by executing experiments and analyzing data to support innovative biomarker measurement projects. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment, contributing to reagent and assay develo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing daily field maintenance and construction activities. Lead a team of 150+ employees, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while driving project...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in overseeing daily field maintenance and construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project specifications while managing budgets and schedules for project...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $104K *

Transform project execution by owning the full lifecycle from coordination to closeout. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scope, schedule, and budget are met while maintaining customer satisfac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $104K *

Lead the charge in full lifecycle project execution, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence while fostering strong customer relationships and cross-functional collaboration for successful outc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $104K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $104K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering seamless services and projects. Collaborate with diverse professionals to ensure mission success while managing risks and maintaining stakeholder communicati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive customer engagement by building relationships and promoting cybersecurity services. Collaborate with teams to educate clients, track outreach efforts, and enhance service adoption through effect...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead survey projects, ensuring technical quality, profitability, and client satisfaction. Manage multiple projects, maintain client relationships, and drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $160K *

Lead the project management and coordination of diverse facilities projects, ensuring budget adherence and quality standards. Interface with stakeholders to streamline operations and enhance facility...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the strategic site selection for large-scale data centers, overseeing real estate negotiations, feasibility studies, and cross-team partnerships to drive impactful decisions and solutions in...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data centers by managing complex site selection efforts, conducting strategic negotiations, and developing innovative solutions to real estate challenges in a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.