What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Project Manager position at SeamonWhiteside?
Position Summary
The Survey Project Manager is responsible and accountable for the overall success of the assigned surveying projects. This includes the financial performance of the project budget, project scheduling and meeting deadlines, managing client needs and expectations, coordination with field crews and CAD Techs, research, and processing of all elements of the survey and project deliverables, the overall QA / QC process of the surveys, and supporting documentation for the survey and responsible for compiling and managing the appropriate resources to deliver the survey to the Client. The Survey Project Manager will be expected to foster the mentorship of Field Crews and CAD Techs particularly as related to project management. They will demonstrate a strong sense of management skills amongst peers both internally to SW and externally to the public. This position will continue to seek mentorship from Survey Team Leaders to strengthen project, employee, and client management skill sets.
About Us
Since the company's beginning in 1985, we've blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that's a good thing.
With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sector including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high end resort and parks and recreation projects.
With over 150 employees, and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, and Spartanburg, SC as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, SW inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, "Elevating the site design experience." Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities. In addition, company sponsored events, such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Education : Bachelor's degree in science or math from an accredited college / university required
Experience : 5 - 10 years' experience with a surveying firm; 3 years in a management position
Essential Job Functions
- Perform all skills of a Survey Crew Chief and Cad Tech
- Assist in the collection of field data as necessary
- Coordinate directly with Clients, Contractors, and government agencies to provide exceptional surveys
- Evaluate and provide suggested solutions to problem solving and troubleshooting issues arising in the field
- Preparation of project schedules
- Full responsibility and engagement in the managing of client's expectations on project requirements, deliverables, agency regulations, scheduling, and project deadlines
- Prepare project tracking worksheets and monitor current workloads and performance status of all assigned projects across the survey team
- Ability to manage all aspects (Clients, Employees, and resources multiple assigned projects)
- Prepare and review invoices for client billing
- Ability to mentor fellow survey department employees
- Prepare ALTA / NSPS Land Title Surveys
- Engage frequently in business development opportunities to enhance SW 's presence in the community and amongst potential Clients
- Developmental time management and organization skills
- Demonstrate ability and proficiency in the project management of multiple types of surveys (Tree & Topographical Surveys, ALTS / NSPS Land Title Surveys, Plats, etc.)
- Ability to effectively present surveys to engineers
- Full responsibility, accountability, and engagement in the QA / QC reviews on all assigned surveys prior to submittals to clients and agencies
- Manage the assignment of project task appropriately and provide clear direction to the survey team
- Provide sound and experienced judgement on survey decisions and solutions
Desired Skills
Other Skills / Abilities
SW Benefits
For more information on our company and benefits, please visit our website at www.Seamonwhiteside.com
SeamonWhiteside is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
