Survey Project Manager

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

NV5 is seeking a full-time Survey Project Manager for our Charlotte, NC office. The Survey Project Manager will manage all survey activities related to conventional, GPS and Laser Scanning surveys and be responsible for project management on all survey projects. The most frequent and essential work activities include:

• Research survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys.
• Supervise various disciplines on the project team, coordinating efforts, mediating disagreements, and making decisions which reflect the best interest of both the company and its clients.
• Determine methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control and the collection of survey data.
• Maintain accurate notes, records and sketches to describe and certify work performance.
• Coordinate findings of work with engineering and architectural personnel, clients and other concerned with project.
• Meet the requirements set forth by the client.
• Confer with client, obtaining timely decisions and approvals to ensure the project flows smoothly, monitoring any changes in established budget or contract.
• Ensure the successful and accurate completion of the field portion of projects.
• Train and instruct field crew on proper use and care of equipment.
• Responsible for job specific quality system tasks as defined in quality manual.
• Process field crew survey data.
• Create stakeout data for construction layout.
• Maintain project point database files.
• Prepare base survey mapping.
• Assume legal responsibility for work.
• Develop client and professional networks through professional associations, committees and business associations and promotes the professional standing of the firm through those networks.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Survey Group Manager.

• Associate’s degree in surveying technology, geomatics, civil engineering or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 6+ years survey related work experience
• 1+ years of project management experience
• Previous experience with NCDOT projects a plus
• Knowledge of MicroStation, AutoCAD & OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
• Knowledge of COGO software
• Knowledge of NCDOT Plan Development Process a plus
• Familiar with ALTA surveys and ASCM Standards
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office
• Intermediate level Adobe
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment

Work environment and physical demands of this position:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Work will primarily be in the office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.
• Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities. 

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.