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Survey Group Manager

Charlotte, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work closely with the Survey Director and Charlotte Office Manager to achieve business and operational goals. * Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, professional ...

Geomatics Director

Richmond, VA · On-site

$145K - $205K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Geomatics Director | Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Virginia Beach ... VA Land Surveyor license required The base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $205,000 ...

Geomatics Director

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

$145K - $205K/yr

ABOUT THE POSITION Geomatics Director | Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Virginia Beach, VA VHB ... VA Land Surveyor license required The base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $205,000 ...

Survey Group Manager

Charlotte, NC

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work closely with the Survey Director and Charlotte Office Manager to achieve business and operational goals. * Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, professional ...

Geomatics Director

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

$145K - $205K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Geomatics Director | Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Virginia Beach ... VA Land Surveyor license required The base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $205,000 ...

Geomatics Director

Williamsburg, VA · Hybrid

$145K - $205K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Geomatics Director | Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Virginia Beach ... VA Land Surveyor license required The base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $205,000 ...

Geomatics Director

Virginia Beach, VA · Hybrid

$145K - $205K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Geomatics Director | Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Virginia Beach ... VA Land Surveyor license required The base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $205,000 ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

Santa Rosa, CA

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Survey Group Manager

Charlotte, NC

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work closely with the Survey Director and Charlotte Office Manager to achieve business and operational goals. * Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, professional ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

Land Survey - Project Manager

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct projects through successful completion; review all plans, maps, and deliverables prior to ... Bachelor's degree in Surveying and Mapping, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an ABET ...

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Survey Group Manager

NV5

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


NV5 rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

142nd of 449 rated engineering


Job description

Overview
NV5(NYSE: TIC) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.
As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.
Responsibilities
NV5 is seeking an experienced and motivated Survey Group Manager to lead and grow our Survey Department in our Charlotte, NC office. This leadership role is responsible for managing all survey operations, including conventional surveying, GPS, LiDAR, laser scanning, UAV, and transportation-related survey services. The Survey Group Manager will provide technical oversight, project management, staff leadership, quality assurance, client relationship management, and business development support while ensuring the successful delivery of survey projects.
The ideal candidate will have extensive surveying experience, a strong understanding of NCDOT requirements, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Leadership & Operations Management
  • Manage all survey operations for the Charlotte office.
  • Supervise and mentor Project Managers, Survey Technicians, CAD Technicians, Crew Chiefs, Field Technicians, and support staff.
  • Monitor production levels, staff utilization, and operational performance.
  • Coordinate training and professional development opportunities for survey staff.
  • Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new team members.
  • Enforce company safety policies, protocols, and operational procedures.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of departmental goals and objectives.
Project Management & Technical Oversight
  • Manage conventional, GPS, laser scanning, LiDAR, UAV, and other survey services.
  • Oversee survey support for NCDOT transportation projects and other public and private sector initiatives.
  • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and proposals.
  • Provide quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) oversight for all survey deliverables.
  • Assume legal responsibility for survey work and deliverables in accordance with professional standards.
  • Analyze project activities, costs, operations, and forecasts to ensure successful project performance.
  • Assist with CAD mapping and survey deliverables using AutoCAD and MicroStation as needed.
  • Support Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) and utility coordination efforts when required.
Client Relations & Business Development
  • Maintain exceptional customer service and strong relationships with existing clients.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with NCDOT, City of Charlotte, municipalities, utility providers, and private-sector clients.
  • Work closely with the Survey Director and Charlotte Office Manager to achieve business and operational goals.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, professional organizations, and strategic marketing efforts.
  • Generate and document business development leads within Deltek Vision.
  • Assist in developing marketing materials and proposals.
  • Promote the full suite of NV5 services to clients and prospective customers.
  • Participate in professional, industry, and civic organizations to increase market presence.

Qualifications
  • NC Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensure
  • 10-15+ years of progressive surveying experience.
  • Proven experience managing multiple survey crews, project managers, and office staff.
  • Strong knowledge of survey principles, methodologies, and industry standards.
  • Significant experience with NCDOT transportation projects and requirements.
  • Experience managing conventional, GPS, laser scanning, LiDAR, and UAV survey services.
  • Strong project management, budgeting, and proposal development experience.
  • Demonstrated business development and client relationship management skills.
  • Experience providing QA/QC oversight for survey deliverables.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and survey-related software.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

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NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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NV5 is a renowned company based in Los Angeles, CA, US, that operates in the architecture, engineering, and consulting industry. Officially established in 2009, this company provides technical engineering and consulting solutions that cater to public and private sectors globally. The firm is adept in a wide range of services, including infrastructure, energy, construction, program management, and environmental services. As part of its mission, NV5 seeks to deliver solutions that enhance communities and safeguard the environment meticulously.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US