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Survey Project Manager

Pape-Dawson
Kansas, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/15/2026
Overview

Job Description:

This position oversees all aspects of land surveying projects, including regulatory compliance, budget management, and quality assurance of deliverables. This role requires exceptional leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with teams and clients to ensure project success. The Survey Project Manager is also responsible for mentoring team members and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department.
  • Provide guidance and direction to Survey Technicians and Field Crews.
  • Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules and regulations governing professional land surveying.
  • Prepare detailed project proposals, including timelines and budgets.
  • Manage project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance.
  • Perform quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables prepared by the team.
  • Adhere to and enforce corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles.
  • Manage, train, and mentor members of the Survey Department to support their professional development.
  • Maintain and develop professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
  • Lead and support the resolution of complex survey issues or challenges.

Qualifications

  • Registered as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience as a licensed surveyor.
  • Proven ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions independently in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, staff, and other stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage performance, provide feedback, and handle personnel matters.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact at all levels of the organization.
  • Dependable, reliable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to handle complex survey challenges.
  • Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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