Survey Manager

Job Description

As a Survey Manager, you will lead a skilled team of professionals supporting a diverse portfolio of projects, including infrastructure, transportation, land development, and environmental services. This role blends strategic oversight, team leadership, and hands-on project involvement.

ResponsibilitiesRecruit, mentor, and retain a high-performing survey team.Promote collaboration across disciplines and encourage professional growth.Manage performance reviews, team utilization, and workload balancing.Oversee technical execution to ensure client expectations are met or exceeded.Review scopes, schedules, and cost proposals for accuracy and act as project manager or task lead when needed.Align staffing resources with business goals and project demands.Implement internal processes, safety protocols, and quality standards.Support the adoption of new technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.Understand and apply client standards, particularly for public sector clients such as CALTRANS.Assist in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to expand regional presence.Essential SkillsSurveyingLicensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)Land Surveying - 8 yearsProject managementSupervisionCivil 3DAutoCADTopographyAdditional Skills & QualificationsLicensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in any U.S. state (California strongly preferred)8+ years of progressive experience in the land surveying fieldProven track record in staff supervision, project delivery, and client relationship buildingFamiliarity with CALTRANS standards and processes is a plusAbility to lead with clarity, empathy, and strategic thinkingWork Environment

The work environment is hybrid, requiring three days in the office. The culture emphasizes collaboration, learning, accountability, and excellence. The Survey Manager will be managing a team of 20 and reporting to a team of 5. The dress code is business casual, and the position is for the AM shift.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Paid Holidays
401(k) with employer match
Support for continuing education and training
Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
Opportunity for growth, with structured mentoring and development support

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Los Angeles,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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