Survey Construction Project Manager at Surveying And Mapping, LLC – Dallas, Texas

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

A Project Manager is responsible for the oversight and reporting of budgets and utilization of resources. This role is the key point of contact between SAM and clients. Project Managers oversee the day-to-day operations of field and office staff for multiple projects, including the tracking of deliverables. They are responsible for proposal writing, business development, and staff development.

• Manage construction projects from start to finish, while ensuring services meet company quality standards and client specifications
• Ensure accurate control setting, leveling, calculations, and as-built survey for projects
• Establish and maintain site control networks and benchmarks on projects
• Review and verify survey data, drawings and reports for accuracy and compliance
• Participate in planning and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency
• Provide progress reporting to senior management
• Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts
• Sign and seal plats, field notes and control drawings if required
• Establish work plans and staffing requirements for multiple projects
• Participate in business development opportunities and maintain strong client relationships
• Develop and conduct presentations to clients and other critical stakeholders
• Effectively interface with sub-consultants and as well as other business relationships
• Provide support to other operational units as needed
• Manage and report financial status including AR/WIP and billing cycles
• Represent company interests while in meetings and trade shows as needed
• Perform other tasks assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

• Proven experience in project management role in large survey residential and commercial construction projects
• Strong knowledge of construction surveying methods, plans and specifications
• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large scale projects
• Strong proficiency with or understanding of tools such as AutoCAD, Micro Station, Trimble Business Center, Bluebeam, MS Office Suite

• Strong proficiency with understanding structural and civil CAD drawings
• Proficiency in Trimble field equipment GPS, Total Stations, or similar software

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly define assignments/deliverables to team members
• Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve on the fly
• Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining teamwork and collaboration with others

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Surveying or a related field is preferred but not required
• 5+ years of industry related work experience in construction surveying
• Work during normal operation hours to organize and complete work given deadlines