Survey Project Manager

Location
Kansas City, KS
Posted
Sep 23, 2026
Last seen
Oct 15, 2026

About the role

Job Description:

Overview:

This position oversees all aspects of land surveying projects, including regulatory compliance, budget management, and quality assurance of deliverables. This role requires exceptional leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with teams and clients to ensure project success. 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 the local survey department. - Provide guidance and direction to Survey Technicians and Field Crews. - Ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory rules and regulations governing professional land surveying. - Prepare detailed project proposals, including timelines and budgets. - Manage project budgets, invoicing, and financial performance. - Perform quality control reviews of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables prepared by the team. - Adhere to and enforce corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles. - Manage, train, and mentor members of the Survey Department to support their professional development. - Maintain and develop professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members. - Lead and support the resolution of complex survey issues or challenges.

Qualifications:

- Registered as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of employment. - Minimum of 12 years of experience as a licensed surveyor. - Proven ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions independently in a fast-paced production environment. - Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, staff, and other stakeholders. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage performance, provide feedback, and handle personnel matters. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact at all levels of the organization. - Dependable, reliable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to handle complex survey challenges. - Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at Recruiting@pape-dawson.com or call [phone removed].

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.