Southern Search ยท 1 day ago
Survey Project Manager
St. Petersburg, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expSouthern Search is a growing, people-first engineering firm expanding its Survey & Geomatics presence in the Greater Tampa area. The Survey Project Manager will lead the Survey Division, drive high-profile survey projects, and contribute to the long-term growth of the regional office.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Chase Squires
Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and deliver survey projects across municipal, transportation, public works, and private development sectors
Perform advanced survey calculations and data analysis to produce maps, plats, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and right-of-way documents
Research deeds, land titles, records, and historical data to support boundary and property determination
Oversee and review field notes, daily logs, deliverables, and QC documentation from field crews and survey staff
Prepare and review legal descriptions, survey reports, and technical exhibits
Plan, schedule, and estimate project tasks; assist with proposals and client coordination
Ensure all survey products meet QA/QC requirements before PSM review and final delivery
Train, mentor, and guide survey analysts, CAD technicians, and junior team members
Provide client-facing communication, resolve project issues, and deliver exceptional customer service
Qualification
Required
10+ years of professional land surveying experience; strong knowledge of survey principles and practices
Experience with FDOT, Public Works, and Site Development survey deliverables
Proficiency with industry software such as Civil 3D, MicroStation, GeoPak, Carlson Survey, Trimble Business Center, or Pix4D
Minimum 3 years of CAD experience and strong mapping/drafting capabilities
Ability to multitask, prioritize shifting workloads, and respond to evolving project needs
Proficient with field equipment, field operations, and standard survey procedures
Preferred
PSM license in Florida, or the ability to obtain within 6 months
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision
Paid certifications, licensing, and professional development
Flexible schedules and generous PTO
A collaborative, casual work environment
Several firm-sponsored social events, community involvement, and charity initiatives
Company
Southern Search
At Southern Search, we specialize in connecting top-tier talent with leading employers in the construction and engineering space.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase