• Survey Manager

    MetaOption, LLC (San Diego, CA)


    Survey Manager

    Job Description

    Are you a skilled survey professional ready to lead a dynamic team on impactful projects? We are seeking a Survey Manager to oversee survey operations and project delivery for high-profile private land development and public works projects in the San Diego region. This is a leadership role with opportunities for mentorship, career growth, and significant impact on the success of complex surveying initiatives.

    Why This Role Is Exciting:

    + Lead and mentor a team of survey professionals on landmark projects in San Diego.

    + Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver high-quality survey data and mapping solutions.

    + Manage project schedules, budgets, and goals while ensuring regulatory compliance.

    + Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and involvement in business development initiatives.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Management & Leadership:

    + Provide direction, support, and mentorship to junior survey staff.

    + Oversee project schedules, deliverables, and time management.

    + Manage client interactions, ensuring projects meet expectations on time and within budget.

    + Contribute to business development, proposal writing, and project estimating.

    Technical Expertise:

    + Prepare CAD drawings for boundary surveys, topographic maps, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, as-built surveys, subdivision maps, and other survey deliverables.

    + Process survey submittals with city and county agencies.

    + Conduct mapping research, boundary analysis, calculations, exhibits, and legal description preparation.

    + Apply knowledge of California Subdivision Map Act, Professional Surveyors Act, and local civil codes.

    + Utilize Civil 3D (preferred), MicroStation Inroads (plus), Trimble Business Center, and Carlson software.

    + Maintain familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Bluebeam for project documentation.

    Qualifications:

    + California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.

    + Minimum of 5 years of office mapping experience in private land development and public works projects.

    + Strong leadership, time management, and communication skills.

    + Previous field experience is a plus.

    + Technical proficiency in survey software and CAD tools.

    What We Offer:

    + Competitive compensation and benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA, FSA, Life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance.

    + Professional and personal development opportunities.

    + Generous paid time off, commuter, and wellness benefits.

    + A culture of mentorship, teamwork, and career growth.

     

    This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking, community-focused team where your leadership and technical expertise will directly influence the success of high-profile surveying projects—without revealing the company name until the right moment.

     

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