Survey Project Manager
Role: Survey Project Manager
Location: Huntersville, NC
Salary: $95,000 – $115,000
Duration: Permanent/Direct Hire
Lead a growing surveying team. Manage diverse projects. Build lasting client relationships.
We’re looking for an experienced Surveying & Geomatics Project Manager to lead field crews and technical staff supporting public and private-sector land development projects. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a surveying group while staying connected to clients, projects, and the technical side of the work.
What You’ll Do
Lead and manage survey crews, technicians, and office staff across multiple projects.
Plan, coordinate, and oversee surveying projects from initial scope through completion.
Manage project schedules, contracts, budgets, billing, and resource allocation.
Serve as a key client contact and build relationships with developers, organizations, and public officials.
Review and approve survey deliverables, timesheets, and project billing.
Develop creative solutions for complex or unique surveying challenges.
Prepare proposals and contribute to business development and future project opportunities.
Mentor and support the professional growth of surveying staff.
What You Bring
Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in North Carolina preferred.
3+ years of progressive surveying management experience; residential/commercial development experience is a plus.
Strong knowledge of survey computations, platting, and GPS/GNSS technology.
Proficiency with Trimble Business Center and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Hands-on experience with Trimble survey equipment and field data management.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Access or Google Earth is a plus.
Why Consider It?
This is a great opportunity for a survey professional ready to take the next step into leadership, project ownership, client management, and business development while continuing to work with modern surveying technology and a talented field/technical team.
FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
