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Barnard Construction Company

Survey Manager

Corona, CA

$90K - $150K/yr

Survey Data Management skills and experience, download off instruments, store, file and process into required formats to analysis and use for tracking work completed. * Pro-active problem solving ...

Barnard Construction Company

Survey Manager

Corona, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Survey Data Management skills and experience, download off instruments, store, file and process into required formats to analysis and use for tracking work completed. * Pro-active problem solving ...

Barnard Construction Company

Survey Manager

Corona, CA · On-site

Survey Data Management skills and experience, download off instruments, store, file and process into required formats to analysis and use for tracking work completed. * Pro-active problem solving ...

Mark Thomas

Survey Manager I (PLS)

Ontario, CA · On-site

$150K - $195K/yr

Job Title Survey Manager I (PLS) Location Inland Empire - Ontario, CA 91764 US (Primary) Category Survey and Mapping Salary Grade $150,000.00 - $195,000.00 Full Time/Part Time Full-time Posting ...

Kier & Wright

Senior Survey Manager/Associate

Irvine, CA · On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

SENIOR SURVEY MANAGER / ASSOCIATE - Irvine, CA What we're looking for? The Senior Land Survey Manager serves as the highest-level technical and operational leader within the Survey/Mapping department.

Kier & Wright

Senior Survey Manager/Associate

Irvine, CA · On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

SENIOR SURVEY MANAGER / ASSOCIATE - Irvine, CA What we're looking for? The Senior Land Survey Manager serves as the highest-level technical and operational leader within the Survey/Mapping department.

Huitt-Zollars, Inc

Survey Mapping Manager/RPLS

Irvine, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Survey Mapping Manager/RPLS Role Description: Huitt-Zollars has a great full-time opportunity for a Survey Mapping Manager at our Irvine office . This role will manage the survey mapping department.

NV5

Senior Land Surveyor

Irvine, CA · On-site

... Survey Manager, and support the Survey Manager in maintaining project schedules and budgets. This role involves conducting various types of survey research, computations, reviewing computer-aided ...

Mark Thomas

Project Surveyor I (PLS)

Ontario, CA · On-site

$110K - $145K/yr

This role is comfortable managing projects and interacting with project teams and clients. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Acts in responsible charge of assigned survey project deliverables, ensuring timely ...

Mark Thomas

Project Surveyor II (PLS)

Irvine, CA · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

This role is comfortable managing projects and interacting with project teams and clients. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Acts in responsible charge of assigned survey project deliverables, ensuring timely ...

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How much do survey manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for survey manager in Riverside, CA is $105,086.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,600.00 and $125,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a survey manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Survey Manager, you need expertise in land surveying principles, project management experience, and usually a relevant degree or professional surveyor licensure (e.g., PLS or RPLS). Proficiency with surveying instruments (like GPS, total stations, and GIS software) and familiarity with CAD systems are essential. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help in managing teams and collaborating with clients or stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate data collection, timely project delivery, and effective team coordination in complex surveying projects.

What are some common challenges survey managers face when coordinating large-scale data collection projects?

Survey Managers often encounter challenges such as ensuring data accuracy, managing timelines across multiple teams, and addressing unexpected obstacles like low response rates or technical issues with survey tools. Effective communication with field staff and stakeholders is essential to keep projects on track. Additionally, adapting to changing client requirements and maintaining data privacy compliance are important aspects of the role. Proactive planning and strong organizational skills can help overcome these common hurdles.

What does a survey manager do?

A Survey Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of land or site surveys for construction, engineering, or mapping projects. They coordinate survey teams, ensure the accuracy of data collection, and manage project timelines and budgets. Survey Managers also interpret survey data, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with legal and safety standards. Their role is vital in providing precise measurements and information that support project decisions and development.

What does a survey manager do?

A survey manager is responsible for overseeing a site and directing crews on survey plans associated with engineering and construction projects. Additional duties include preparing proposals, contracts and reports; consulting with clients; preparing right-of-way plans; performing field work; and drawing/drafting maps. You need to take measurements of property boundaries. You may also need to provide contractors, construction crew, and clients with a detailed description of the land features and characteristics. A survey manager may need to research the history of the land for legal records, survey records, land titles, or other information about the property.

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Survey Manager

Barnard Construction Company

Corona, CA

$90K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Barnard Construction Company, Inc., based in Bozeman, Montana, is a heavy-civil construction company with projects underway across North America. Barnard is ranked by Engineering News-Record, a leading construction industry periodical, as one of the nation’s Top 400 civil contractors. We specialize in dam construction and rehabilitation, power transmission and distribution, tunneling, inland marine, oil, gas, utility, and sewer and water pipeline projects. We offer competitive salaries, profit sharing, 401(k)s, a generous health plan, annual bonuses, and challenging career opportunities with a financially solid company. Barnard’s people are the reason for the success of the company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At Barnard, we build the riskiest, most difficult, complex jobs we can find and we hire people who thrive on tough work and demanding opportunities.


  • 10 years of CAD experience, 5 years of which is in Autodesk Civil 3D
  • 5 years of heavy civil construction survey experience.
  • Experience in Earthwork Modeling, familiarity with Alignments and Profile Design; and knowledge of Mapping/Coordinate Systems.
  • Experience with quantity Surveys, As built drawings and Layout.
  • Strong attention to detail and quality.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Survey Data Management skills and experience, download off instruments, store, file and process into required formats to analysis and use for tracking work completed.
  • Pro-active problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work with latest in Survey technology including Trimble access, Trimble SCS900, TBC (Trimble business Center), AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to organize and interpret survey data for construction project as built recording.
  • Ability to use survey data to produce records of quantities of work achieved.
  • Ability to review and interpret drawings and specifications

  • Manage and oversee a team of surveyors and drafters to ensure accuracy and compliance with contract documents.
  • Provide oversite and management of all survey activities.
  • Perform quality control on quantity and as-built surveys.
  • Coordinate survey activities as needed to support construction.
  • Produce drawings and models to support construction activities
  • Prepare survey and machine control files for construction.
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and as-built records.
  • Maintain a functional and current knowledge of production operations schedules and procedures and make directive decisions as they pertain to the survey responsibilities and personnel in their charge
  • Draft and produce survey documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D

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