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LJA Engineering

Project Manager - Survey

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

As a Project Manager at WLB Group an LJA Company, you will be responsible for the daily management of multiple survey technicians and support staff in the Nevada Survey Department. A TYPICAL DAY ...

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Are you an experienced project manager interested in leading innovative airport infrastructure and ... This role leads projects from initial site survey through commissioning and closeout, ensuring ...

KH Aerospace

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KHA supports a number of customers to carry out missions involving aerial reconnaissance, survey ... The Engineering Project Manager will work closely with engineering leadership to translate ...

Wood Rodgers

Survey Crew Party Chief

Reno, NV · On-site

$41.20 - $43/hr

... project manager. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of local and regional field survey practices and equipment. The Survey Party Chief will carry out daily tasks according to ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for survey project manager in Nevada is $106,445.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,600.00 and $122,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Survey Project Manager do?

A Survey Project Manager oversees land surveying projects from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. They coordinate with clients, survey teams, and regulatory agencies to plan, execute, and deliver survey data for construction, engineering, or mapping purposes. Their responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, team management, and quality control. Strong technical knowledge of surveying methods, project management skills, and leadership abilities are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Survey Project Manager?

To thrive as a Survey Project Manager, you need strong project management abilities, a background in surveying or geomatics, and relevant educational qualifications such as a degree in civil engineering or land surveying. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like AutoCAD, GPS/GNSS equipment, and project management software, as well as licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in some regions, is often required. Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills are essential for coordinating teams, clients, and stakeholders effectively. These competencies ensure projects are completed accurately, on time, and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

What does a typical day look like for a Survey Project Manager?

A typical day for a Survey Project Manager involves coordinating field crews, reviewing survey data, managing project timelines, and communicating with clients or engineers to discuss project requirements and address any challenges. You might spend part of your day in the office planning upcoming fieldwork, analyzing results, preparing maps or reports, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Collaboration with team members—both in the field and in the office—is a significant aspect of the role, as is resolving unforeseen scheduling or technical issues. This variety helps keep the work engaging and allows you to develop both your technical expertise and leadership skills.

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Survey Project Manager

Stateline, NV

Lumos & Associates
Civil Engineering Construction • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Lumos & Associates is currently searching for a highly motivated and experienced Survey Project Manager to lead survey projects in the Tahoe region, from our Lake Tahoe office.

Why Lake Tahoe? 

South Lake Tahoe offers lifestyle rooted in outdoor adventure and year-round access to some of Nevada & California's most stunning natural landscapes. Whether it's skiing fresh powder before work, mountain biking trails just outside the office door, or paddling on the lake, there are opportunities for everyone. Living and working here means joining a community that values environmental stewardship, active living, and a strong connection to the land. If you thrive on fresh air, alpine views, and the opportunity to recharge outside, Tahoe delivers.

The Survey Project Manager is responsible for the coordination, implementation, execution, control, financial performance, and timely completion of projects, and the delivery of projects that are consistent with company strategies, commitments and goals. 

As a leadership position within the company, the Survey Project Manager promotes and develops new and repeat business opportunities that are in alignment with Lumos & Associates strategies and goals.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills

  • Strong technical background in land surveying and have a demonstrated ability to serve in responsible charge capacity for land surveying projects.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal communication with team members and colleagues.
  • Possess a high level of creativity, organizational skills, and attention to detail, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage and oversee several projects and tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong business acumen necessary to maintain project budgets and develop new and repeat business with existing and new clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate, oversee, and direct a survey team during the execution of projects in responsible charge.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules and budgets.
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to staff.  Conduct recurring staff meetings to review workload and scheduling.
  • Provide technical review (QA/QC) of projects.  This includes overseeing survey projects such as topographic design surveys, boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, and land division mapping to ensure they meet company and industry standards when stamping. 
  • Serve as the primary contact with clients.
  • Provide leadership in the development of new business and promoting repeat and referral business.
  • Prepare and review project proposals, qualification statements, promotional materials.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Land Surveying or Geomatics, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of related land survey and management experience.
  • Nevada and/or California P.L.S. license, or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months. 
  • Must be able to perform and manage survey projects from field to finish using Trimble GNSS and terrestrial equipment. 
  • Must be proficient in Autodesk Civil 3d and Trimble Business Center. 
  • A good understanding of remote sensing including photogrammetry, LiDAR, and bathymetric surveys is desired. 
  • Experience working in and managing a team of technical staff in multiple disciplines.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills including public/client presentations.
  • Valid driver license and clean driving record.

Pay Transparency Statement

The compensation range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs.

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