Survey Project Manager

Location Phoenix or Mesa, Arizona

Compensation Competitive package with full benefits

Join a respected and long-established civil engineering and land development firm with deep roots in Arizona. We are seeking an experienced Survey Project Manager to lead surveying operations and support major land development projects across the region. This is a high impact role for a proven professional who understands Arizona’s land, regulations, and long term development needs.

Our firm prepares land for construction and development, including drainage and grading, roadway alignment, master planned communities, subdivisions, and underground utilities. We do not design structures. We specialize in delivering exceptional land development solutions and need a seasoned survey leader who can manage both projects and people effectively.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead land surveying projects from proposal through completion, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Develop scopes of work, prepare detailed cost proposals, and participate in contract negotiations.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and profitable delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and support ongoing business development.
• Supervise survey staff, mentor junior team members, and promote a culture of quality and excellence.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with applicable standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality controls.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Land Surveyor licensed in the State of Arizona.
• Candidates with out of state licensure may be considered but must demonstrate strong ties to Arizona or a clear commitment to long term relocation.
• Minimum ten years of professional land surveying experience including business development responsibilities.
• Strong working knowledge of the Public Land Survey System, ALTA and NSPS standards, and Arizona specific boundary survey, municipal, and land development requirements.
• Proficiency in Trimble Business Center and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Arizona Preference

• The client strongly prefers candidates who are:
• Already located in Arizona
• Already planning to relocate
• Have family or personal ties to the region
• They are hesitant to hire individuals without clear, genuine long term interest in Arizona.

What You Will Enjoy

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k program with employer match.
• Life, short term disability, and long term disability coverage.
• Generous PTO, holidays, and employee appreciation events.
• Ongoing internal training and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive work culture built on long term relationships and high quality work.

Why Phoenix Metro

Phoenix and Mesa offer exceptional weather, affordable living, strong economic growth, a vibrant food and nightlife scene, and year round outdoor recreation. It is an ideal location for long term career development and quality of life.