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Survey Project Manager Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Pape-Dawson is seeking a Survey Project Manager for their Austin, TX office. This position oversees all aspects of land surveying projects, including regulatory compliance, budget management, and ...

Pape-Dawson is seeking a Survey Project Manager for their Plano, TX office. This position oversees all aspects of land surveying projects, including regulatory compliance, budget management, and ...

Audubon is currently seeking a Survey Project Manager to join our team in our Houston, TX Office. The Houston, TX will The Survey Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and ...

Audubon is currently seeking a Survey Project Manager to join our team in our Houston, TX Office. The Houston, TX will The Survey Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and ...

Job Title Survey Project Manager Job Type Full-time Location Corpus Christi - Aransas Pass, TX 78336 US (Primary) Category Survey Education Bachelor's Degree Survey Project Manager At T. Baker Smith ...

Job Title Survey Project Manager Job Type Full-time Location Houston - Stafford, TX 77477 US (Primary) Category Associate Education Certification Name Survey Project Manager At T. Baker Smith is ...

The Survey Project Manager is also responsible for mentoring team members and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Responsibilities: * Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of ...

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How much do survey project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for survey project manager in Texas is $97,388.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,100.00 and $112,300.00 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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Infographic showing various Survey Project Manager job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,388 per year, or $46.8 per hour.

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Job description

Description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Survey Project Manager to join our team. The Survey Project Manager will be responsible for supporting the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, quality assurance/quality control, and completion of professional survey services. Additionally, the role includes training and mentoring of junior staff, client satisfaction, and business development under the direction of the Survey and Market Leaders within the Renewables and Power Division.

Requirements

  • Manages project tasks, schedule, and resource requirements.
  • Manages project budget and analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, billing rates, and utilization.
  • Conduct team meetings with project team to evaluate and coordinate the project.
  • Stay current on service-specific trends, technology, software, hardware, and equipment.
  • Drive value based on innovation.
  • Work with the Survey Service Leader to establish, implement, monitor, and maintain procedures and quality standards for the survey group.
  • Ensure that survey work products have a consistent appearance across the local land survey team and are delivered efficiently.
  • Work with Survey Service Leader and Market Leaders on staffing, utilization and workload as it relates to survey.
  • Work with the division Survey Leaders, and Market Leaders to grow Westwood's local and national land survey presence with a focus on developing strategic pursuits of large survey projects.
  • Support office and market-based business development by providing technical expertise and generating revenue.
  • Build, maintain and grow a strong culture for survey that aligns with the division's goals, objectives and strategies, and Westwood's core values.
  • Ensures division, regional, and company, values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service.
  • Lead by example - display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism
  • Understands the practical application of survey activities in both PLSS and metes and bounds systems. 
  • Communicates proactively and takes ownership of project relationships between Survey and internal/external clients.

Required Experience:

  • Professional Survey License preferred but not required. Non-Licensed individuals will be evaluated based on relevant experience.
  • Four-year degree preferred and 5-plus years of experience in a consulting business.
  • Must have multi-discipline experience, and a strong understanding of all aspects of the Land Surveying profession.
  • 5+ years' experience in the land surveying industry.
  • Must have a strong background in project management.
  • Effective verbal communication is necessary and independent judgment is essential.
  • Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
  • Handle multiple priorities and projects well.
  • Proven coordination of successful Survey tasks in metes and bounds survey systems. 
  • Experience in coordinating PLSS preferred but not required. Inexperienced individuals will be evaluated based on understanding of the PLSS. 

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.


Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.


We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.


Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.


Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


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