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Surveying - Senior Project Manager

Patriot Surveying & Infrastructure, PLLC
Salisbury, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026

We are seeking an experienced, results-oriented Senior Survey Project Manager to lead the comprehensive management of survey projects from a fully remote environment. This position is critical to developing and maintaining client relationships and managing all financial, technical, and personnel aspects of the work across our diverse project locations. As a key leadership position, we require a professional who can effectively coordinate internal teams and field crews using digital collaboration tools throughout the project lifecycle.


Essential Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of survey projects, including sophisticated proposal writing, virtual meeting schedules, and controlling profitability to ensure the highest quality of work.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships and manage the collection of accounts receivable (a/r's) through professional remote communication.
  • Direct project efforts, assign project teams, and coordinate communications within the company and to outside stakeholders using remote management platforms.
  • Monitor and process financial metrics, including performing monthly pre-bill reconciliation and assisting accounting with monthly billing cycles.
  • Coordinate remotely with state and local municipalities to obtain proper certifications and permits for work in their specific jurisdictions.
  • Recruit, hire, manage, and mentor staff; train survey technicians in the theory of surveying and practical application of methods via remote training tools.
  • Perform business development activities to generate new work and manage sub-consultants to expand our project capacity.
  • Ensure all company QA/QC procedures and safety standards are followed across all distributed project sites.



Qualifications & Requirements

  • Preferred Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Survey Engineering from an ABET-accredited curriculum.
  • PLS or LSIT licensure is highly preferred; applicants are encouraged to seek licensure in multiple states to support our broad service area.
  • At a minimum, 5 years of experience in Survey Project Management is preferred for this senior-level role, with a proven track record of supervising multiple survey crews.
  • Must be exceptionally self-directed, self-reliant, and adapt to change with a strong understanding of the "big picture" in a remote work setting.
  • Must possess superior written and verbal communication skills, negotiation skills, and advanced engineering technical skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) are required for occasional travel to client sites.
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and a comprehensive 7-year criminal history background check.



Why Join Us?

  • We offer the opportunity to lead significant infrastructure projects from the comfort of your home office.
  • Join a growing organization where you can mentor the next generation of surveyors while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
  • We value decisive leaders who take charge and are motivated by delivering high-quality, profitable results.

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