Survey Manager I (PLS)

Overview

Oversee survey projects, manage clients, staff, budgets, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• survey delivery
• client management
• project coordination
• billing management
• team supervision
• proposal development

Tasks

-Stays abreast of service specific trends, technology, and innovations -Participates in proposal development and project interviews as a technical resource -Provides input, suggestions, and recommendations for Division standards; develops best practices for the Survey Division -Assists in reviewing and negotiating contracts and contract amendments to manage and mitigate risks; analyzes and communicates risks and potential financial losses with supervisor -Acts as the primary client contact for day-to-day project needs; services and nurtures the client relationship and easily renews contracts and new work with those clients -Meets/exceeds the competencies of a Project Surveyor III -Acts in responsible charge of survey project deliverables, ensuring timely and quality delivery within budget -Leads and executes projects from initiation through delivery by coordinating, supervising, and directing survey project team(s) and servicing and strengthening ongoing client relationships -Supervises all aspects of assigned projects to maximize project profit while reducing risk -Acts as a member of the interview team to qualify/disqualify survey candidates; participates in wrap calls and selection of candidates -Maintains and builds the company's reputation as preferred choice for survey services -Works in partnership with assigned project coordinator(s) on completing monthly billing responsibilities -Maintains a visible presence in the Division; visits all offices with assigned staff on regular basis -Supervises assigned survey staff members; provides training and mentorship to survey team members -Works with other internal service lines to smoothly coordinate large, multi-disciplinary projects -Survey calculations, principles, terms, and deliverables -Survey regulations, laws, and boundary resolution -Participates in proposal development and project interviews; learns how to lead project pursuits in coordination with the regional Business Development Manager -Participates in training, mentorship, and industry activities that contribute to the professional development of staff

Requirements

• survey software
• pls
• project surveyor
• 10+ years
• business development
• driver's license

What You Bring

-Possesses the ability to secure new or renewed work within established client relationships -Survey processing software -Ability to use sound judgement and follow Company standards and practices as it relates to safety -Possesses advanced knowledge of: -PLS in state assignment or PLS in another state with the ability to obtain PLS in state of assignment within one year -Possesses demonstrated working knowledge and proficiency in the of the following competency areas: project management, communication, Land Surveying workflows, QA/QC, project deliverables, and relationship management -Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities -Demonstrates a complete understanding of project requirements from inception to completion -Basic knowledge and application of effective business development and marketing practices -Ability work on multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities -Possession of a valid driver’s license; meets Company driver eligibility requirements -10+ years of relevant and progressively responsible survey experience with a minimum of 2 years of Project Surveyor or equivalent experience

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About Mark Thomas

-As a mid‑sized, employee‑owned firm, it blends technical depth with nimble decision‑making. -Operates across California and other U.S. regions, executing projects in civil, structural, transportation, water, and building sectors. -Typically designs and manages infrastructure and transit systems, water‑resource initiatives, commercial and residential building projects. -Projects often feature collaboration between senior and technical staff, leveraging in‑house expertise and mentoring. -Unique firm traditions include firm‑wide Halloween contests, summer picnics, and a company golf tournament. -Flexible work, hybrid/remote schedules, and a technical career path reflect their adaptive culture. -Leadership structure emphasizes accessible principals and associate principals who stay actively involved in project delivery.

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Security Clearance

-background check required for selected candidate. -applicants with arrest/conviction records considered per fair chance ordinance.