Survey Project Manager (Construction Layout) - 80% Remote
79 Days Old
Survey Project Manager - Construction Services
Location: Chapel Hill, NC (Local Travel Only)
Work Arrangement: 80% Work-from-Home | In-office Mondays
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Salary Range: ~ +/- $90,000 - $120,000 (Based on Experience & Certifications)
Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision | 15% 401k Match
Overview:
A growing engineering and surveying firm is seeking a Survey Project Manager to lead field and office operations for construction layout projects. This role focuses on maintaining tight control of horizontal and vertical staking, ensuring quality delivery from pre-construction to final as-built documentation. The position is based in Chapel Hill, NC, with projects located within a 50-mile radius.
This is a leadership position involving direct crew supervision, budget oversight, and technical coordination with contractors and public agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Execution & Technical Oversight:
- Attend pre-construction meetings, review plans/specs, and develop control strategies.
- Establish and maintain survey control networks using least-squares adjustments.
- Manage daily layout activities (grades, utilities, foundations, anchor bolts, paving).
- Supervise and mentor Survey Crew Chiefs; enforce safety and quality standards.
- Perform layout calculations, volume checks, and cut-sheets.
- Process data from GNSS, LiDAR, and UAV sources.
- Implement QA/QC processes, RFIs, and as-built verification.
Project Management & Financial Controls:
- Prepare proposals, fee estimates, and scope documents.
- Track progress against budget and schedule; address scope changes proactively.
- Coordinate with accounting for billing, invoices, and client communications.
- Provide regular progress updates to department leadership.
Required Qualifications:
- ~ 10+ years of progressive land surveying experience, with at least 5 in construction layout.
- Licensed NC PLS or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 12 months (CST Level III considered if on licensure track).
- Proven ability to manage multiple construction layout projects >$50k in survey fees.
- Skilled with robotic total stations, GNSS/VRS, laser scanning, and digital levels.
- Proficient in Trimble Business Center, Carlson Survey, and Autodesk Civil 3D.
Preferred:
- NCDOT layout experience (field and office)
- OSHA 30 Construction certification
Additional Information:
- Projects are local-no long-distance travel.
- Field attire should align with safety and performance needs.
- Background check (5-year lookback) required.
- No drug screen or sponsorship available.
Hiring Process:
- Reference checks (2 professional + 1 personal)
- Virtual interview via Teams
- Final in-person meeting (offer contingent on background clearance)
This position is ideal for someone who is technically skilled, self-motivated, and values a strong team environment. We're looking for candidates who demonstrate humility, drive, and emotional intelligence-professionals who are not only great at what they do but enjoyable to work with.
Feel free to also contact Mollie Karns directly at mkarns@selectek.net | 678-335-6114
Meet Your Recruiter
Mollie Karns
- Location:
- Chapel Hill
