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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$90K - $145K *
Lead the charge in modernizing water facilities through expert surveying. Collaborate with engineers and clients while mentoring junior staff, ensuring project success from planning to delivery in a d...
6 days ago
Employee Research Consultant - Strong statistical analysis and design data exp.
$80K - $95K *
Innovate employee engagement strategies by leveraging data insights and advanced analytics. Lead survey projects, conduct statistical analyses, and present findings to executives, driving organization...
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$136K - $163K *
Build and lead a high-performing QA team, developing automation frameworks and testing strategies for AI-driven products. Collaborate with engineering to enhance quality and efficiency in a fast-paced...
1 week ago
$136K - $160K *
Drive the development of reporting strategies and oversee performance reporting, ensuring accurate insights across Program Controls and Financial functions. Lead data visualization efforts to enhance...
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$90K - $110K *
Drive operational excellence by managing QA resources, capacity planning, and governance for client services. Serve as the primary client liaison, ensuring quality delivery and continuous improvement...
1 week ago
Managing Consultant, Safety and Reliability
$126K - $153K *
Transform healthcare safety by leading multi-hospital engagements, applying High Reliability Organization principles, and driving operational improvements to enhance patient care and trust across dive...
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$80K - $95K *
Manage and oversee technical projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. Foster strong client relationships and effective communication while adapting to p...
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SYSTEM PATIENT EXPERIENCE MANAGER
$85K - $95K *
Transform patient experiences by leading initiatives to enhance satisfaction scores, collaborating with unit leadership, and managing a team of Patient Experience Managers to ensure compliance and ope...
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$95K - $110K *
Transform your career by leading quality management systems to ensure product excellence and regulatory compliance across diverse sectors. Drive continuous improvement and mentor a dedicated team to a...
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Senior Consultant, Safety and Reliability
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Lead the charge in transforming healthcare safety cultures by applying High Reliability Organization principles, enhancing patient trust, and driving data-driven process improvements across clinical s...
3 days ago
Brand Insights, Measurement Lead
$255K - $320K *
Elevate brand insights through data-driven decisions, guiding marketing strategies and enhancing organizational impact. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate measurement and actionable insights...
1 week ago
Brand Insights, Measurement Lead
$255K - $320K *
Drive impactful brand insights by analyzing marketing effectiveness and guiding strategic decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver clear, actionable data that enhances brand healt...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Elevate project outcomes by managing large-scale land surveying initiatives, mentoring junior surveyors, and ensuring high-quality deliverables through collaboration, budget oversight, and adherence t...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Project Supervisor - Construction Surveys
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional construction survey projects by overseeing operations, monitoring progress, and fostering strong team and client relationships. Utilize your advanced technica...
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Project Supervisor - Construction Surveys
$80K - $95K *
Oversee dynamic construction survey projects, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality deliverables while leading field and office teams. Bring your expertise to enhance client relations and opera...
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$80K - $95K *
Develop and implement safety programs for renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance and a safe work environment. Collaborate with teams to conduct training, audits, and incident analysis while ma...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the implementation of safety programs across multiple wind and solar project sites, ensuring compliance and promoting a safe work environment for all team members and contractors. Collaborate wit...
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$70K - $89K *
Elevate customer service excellence by leading a dynamic service team, ensuring efficient product delivery and maintaining strong client relationships while driving sales growth and team development i...
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$70K - $89K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service while supervising a dynamic service team. Drive efficiency and maintain strong customer relationships in a middle-management rol...
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$80K *
Drive exceptional service by leading and developing a customer-focused team. Oversee route operations, enhance customer relations, and ensure service quality while providing hands-on support and train...
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$80K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional customer service by supervising our service team. Drive operational efficiency, maintain client relationships, and enhance sales while ensuring compliance and...
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$74K - $95K *
Drive exceptional service by leading a dynamic team, building customer relationships, and ensuring top quality product delivery while enhancing internal sales and operational efficiency. Provide mento...
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$70K - $89K *
Transform customer service excellence by leading a dedicated team, ensuring efficient product delivery, and fostering strong client relationships while driving sales and compliance in a dynamic enviro...
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$74K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service while supervising our service team. Shape the efficiency of operations by overseeing route management, staff training, and custo...
Reposted 5 days ago
$80K *
Champion exceptional service by leading a dynamic team, ensuring top-notch customer satisfaction and efficient operations. Drive performance through training, relationship management, and strategic ov...
Reposted 6 days ago
What does a Survey Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for Survey Manager openings, compare responsibilities and qualifications, and apply to listings that fit your experience and career goals.