Licensed Land Surveyor / Project Manager

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition Summary

As an employee-owner in JMT’s award-winning ESOP, the Survey Project Manager / PLS leads field and office teams delivering boundary, topographic, SUE, and transportation surveys for state DOT and municipal roadway projects. This role is responsible for planning, scheduling, and overseeing multiple survey crews while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule compliance. The position also serves as a key client liaison and supports business development initiatives within the Survey discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate two or more survey field crews across multiple projects
• Assemble and analyze field data; perform calculations; prepare plats and legal descriptions
• Ensure QA/QC compliance across deliverables, budgets, schedules, and invoicing
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients and represent JMT at project and industry meetings
• Mentor and develop survey staff through coaching, goal setting, and performance evaluations
• Support business development efforts, including pursuit strategy and proposal preparation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local survey regulations

Required Qualifications

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license (required)
• 8+ years of progressive land surveying experience, including DOT, roadway, or transportation projects
• Proficiency in MicroStation/OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong knowledge of applicable survey regulations and standards
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a standard seven-year background check
• U.S. work authorization or TN visa eligibility

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-state licensure
• SUE experience
• Familiarity with aerial, LiDAR, and sUAS technologies

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $85,000 – $145,000, based on licensure and leadership scope
• ESOP participation and 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (effective first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• HSA options available
• Sign-on bonus: $5,000 – $10,000 (paid at 90 days; relocation assistance options available)
• Typical work week: 45–50 hours
• Paid time off, tuition assistance, and professional development reimbursement