Survey Manager

Reference #: 2969Are we the road to your future?We are currently searching for an experienced Survey Manager to support our Mid-Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA, Charleston, WV, or Pittsburgh, PA.To be considered for this position, applicants musthave, at minimum, a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (Registered in Pennsylvania, Virginia or West Virginia).This position provides supervision and direction of survey technical staff in conducting land surveys and preparing survey deliverables and documents. Responsible for the success of projects including quality, budget, and schedule for each project.What you'll be doing:Help build and support new and existing client relationshipsHire, mentor and train technical staff, including professional land surveyors, survey field crews and techniciansMember of a survey team working within a group to meet schedules, client requests (internally and externally) and production expectationsCoordinating and managing outside survey subcontractorsImplementing QA/QC practices for final survey deliverablesDeveloping fees and writing and reviewing proposalsEnsure compliance with company safety regulationsCommunicate regularly with team members and operation managers to keep project on schedule and meet client expectationsWhat you need to have:Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (Registered in Pennsylvania, Virginia or West Virginia)5+ years of Project Management experience with the ability to grow and lead a Survey departmentDesire and ability to obtain licensure in additional statesStrong verbal and written communication skillsJudgment and decision-making skillsComplex problem-solving skillsSelf-motivated with strong organizational skillsTechnical skills, including AutoCad and/or MicroSation, Trimble equipment and software, laser scanning and drones a plusValid driver's license and safe driving recordSafety orientedAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role.Valid driver's license.A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).Why Volkert?Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.Key Benefits:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Medical, Dental, & Vision401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and holidaysEmployer-Paid Life/AD&D insuranceEmployer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disabilityWellness incentivesStudent Debt Retirement MatchAdditional voluntary benefitsThe words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

Created: 2026-01-29