Project Manager - Land Surveyor

Job Description

Job Description
Join Our Award-Winning Team at San Dieguito Engineering!

Position: Project Manager – Land Surveyor
Location: Carlsbad, California
Company: San Dieguito Engineering (SDE)

Are you an experienced Land Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to be part of a collaborative, established, and respected firm where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is supported?

At SDE, we do more than survey land — we build communities.

Why Choose SDE?

Established in 1974, SDE is an award-winning civil engineering firm in beautiful Carlsbad, CA, known for excellence in civil engineering, land surveying, land planning, and subsurface utility engineering (SUE). We work on a variety of public and private land development and infrastructure projects throughout San Diego County.

We’re committed to being the #1 Small Business civil engineering and land surveying firm in the region — and we know that starts with our people.

What Sets Us Apart:

· Collaborative culture where your voice is heard

· A tight-knit, team-oriented environment

· Leadership that values innovation, communication, and integrity
· Real opportunities to grow professionally and advance in your career

· Repeat Clients with a diverse range of projects

About the Role:

We are seeking a California-licensed PLS with a minimum of 5 years of experience to serve as a Project Manager in our Survey Department. You’ll work closely with our Survey Manager and field teams on diverse land development and municipal projects.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and manage a variety of surveying projects

· Schedule office and survey crews

· Coordinate with Clients and survey staff

· Oversee preparation of boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys

· Draft plats, legal descriptions, subdivision/parcel maps, and Records of Survey

· Support and guide field survey teams

· Provide QA/QC on survey documents

· Collaborate with civil engineering and planning departments

· Assist in proposal preparation for new project opportunities

Preferred Tools & Software: - AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Microstation V8i
- Trimble Data Collector Business Center- Leica Data Collector and GPS
- MS Office Suite


Who You Are:

· Licensed California PLS

· Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects

· A strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative team setting

· Organized, self-motivated, and driven to exceed client expectations

· Eager to grow professionally and help shape the future of our survey practice

What We Offer:

· Competitive salary

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· 401K with employer match

· Flexible work schedule

· Generous paid time off

· Integration of Corporate Values: Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, Team Work, and Work-Life Balance

· Team learning approach

· Exposure to variety of projects at different phases

· A welcoming, supportive team environment

Ready to Make a Lasting Impact in San Diego?
Join a firm where you’re not just another number — you’re a valued contributor to our shared success.

To apply, please submit your PDF resume to: info@sdeinc.com
(No resume links, please.)