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Project Survey Manager

Phillips, Inc.
Sarasota, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/3/2026


    

 

Summary
The Project Survey Manager leads survey operations on a heavy civil construction site in Southwest Florida. This position manages a field survey crew and is responsible for survey control, construction layout, GPS machine control modeling, data processing, quality verification, and as-built documentation. The ideal candidate has a very strong heavy civil surveying background with knowledge of GPS/rover based systems and conventional survey equipment. The candidate must be able to coordinate effectively with project management, engineering, and field operations teams. 

Essential Knowledge and Skill Requirement
• Analyze survey objectives and specifications to prepare survey proposals or direct others in 
survey proposal preparation.

• Plan, direct, and coordinate survey work, integrating activities with other staff, certifying 
survey results, and writing legal land descriptions.

• Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other terrain 
characteristics.

• Compute geodetic measurements and interpret survey data to determine positions, 
shapes, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features.

• Coordinate findings with engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and other 
stakeholders.

• Determine longitudes and latitudes of important features and boundaries using 
theodolites, transits, levels, and GPS technology.

• Experience with CAD/modeling platforms and leading heavy civil survey personnel is 
required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
• May supervise up to 5 workers, including surveyors, technicians, and support staff.

Basic Functional Job Requirements
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, adapting to changes with accuracy.

• Frequently lift/carry objects up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds unassisted.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, instructions, and manuals.

• Strong report writing and effective communication skills.

Physical Work Environment
• Work may involve dusty or dirty conditions.

• Exposure to hazardous materials, with appropriate personal protective equipment 
provided.

• Occasional night shifts and exposure to extreme temperatures.

Physical Demands
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical demands of the role as part of qualification 
requirements.

Education and Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in surveying preferred.

• At least two years of related supervisory experience.

• CPR, First Aid, and Confined Space Entry certifications are advantageous.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.
Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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