Job Description

About the Role

Our client, a well established land development consulting firm serving Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, is seeking a Land Survey Senior Project Manager. This is an opportunity for an experienced licensed surveyor to take on meaningful responsibility, manage a variety of surveying projects, and position yourself for advancement. For the right candidate, there is a clear potential growth path to Director of Surveying within 6 to 24 months.

As part of a multi disciplinary team, you will oversee survey mapping, boundary analysis, field operations, client coordination, and project strategy in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, professionalism, and long term career development.

About Our Client

The surveying team supports a wide range of private and public sector projects, including:

• Boundary and topographic surveys
• Construction stakeout and layout
• As-built surveys
• Digital surface modeling
• Subdivision mapping
• Easements and land records research

Our project diversity ensures continuous learning and exposure to different surveying challenges, from residential to commercial to large-scale municipal work.

Why This Role Stands Out

Opportunity for Advancement

This role is ideal for a motivated surveyor seeking leadership. With strong performance, there is clear potential to advance into the Director of Surveying role within 6 to 24 months.

Hands-On Project Ownership

You will manage all aspects of surveying projects, from boundary computations to field supervision to client coordination. Surveyors here are not limited to one task, and they influence strategy, quality, and the final deliverables.

Collaborative Culture

The surveying team works closely with senior survey staff, engineers, and technical specialists. The environment is friendly, productive, and supportive of ongoing mentorship and professional growth.

Tools and Technology

The firm uses modern tools including Civil 3D, GPS systems with a virtual reference network, robotic total stations, and advanced data collectors.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare survey mapping including boundary and topographic surveys, easements, subdivisions, and project proposals
• Perform boundary computations and land record research
• Import and process field book data from survey crews
• Create topographic maps using TIN surfaces and digital surface models
• Supervise, support, and schedule field crews; periodically serve as a crew chief as needed
• Ensure all work complies with company standards, procedures, and quality expectations
• Coordinate with clients, municipal officials, and internal project teams
• Maintain strong organization, attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines

What You Bring

Required:

• Licensed Land Surveyor (MA, CT, or RI preferred)
• Minimum of four years of supervisory experience
• Proficiency in Civil 3D in a land surveying capacity (3 years minimum)
• Strong understanding of field survey methods and procedures
• Ability to periodically serve as crew chief in varying weather and field conditions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask with excellent organizational skills
• Associate degree in Land Surveying or related discipline (required)
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or related field
• Experience preparing digital surface models for GPS guided machine controlled grading
• Site design experience a plus

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