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RLS / PM

Phoenix, AZ 85027

Posted: 06/04/2025 Industry: Land Survey Job Number: 39534 Work Location: Hybrid

Job Description

Job Title: RLS / PM
Type: Direct Hire
Work Location: Hybrid position located in Phoenix, AZ (3 days in office)

Job Overview:

The Project Manager is a key leadership position in our surveying department, responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing survey projects from inception to completion. This role involves project management, client communication, team coordination, and ensuring the delivery of accurate and high-quality surveying services.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Project Planning
  • Lead project initiation by collaborating with clients to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
Client Communication
  • Establish and maintain strong client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact for project-related matters.
  • Communicate project progress, changes, and updates to clients in a clear and timely manner.
Team Coordination
  • Assemble and lead project teams, including survey crew members, surveyors, and support staff.
  • Assign tasks, set project priorities, and ensure team members are aligned with project goals.
  • Budget and Resource Management
  • Monitor project budgets, expenses, and resource allocation to ensure cost-effective project execution.
  • Procure necessary equipment, materials, and subcontractor services as needed.
Quality Assurance
  • Oversee the execution of survey projects to ensure data accuracy, adherence to surveying standards, and the production of high-quality deliverables.
  • Implement quality control processes and procedures.
Project Documentation
  • Maintain accurate project records, including project plans, progress reports, change orders, and client communications.
  • Prepare and review survey reports, maps, and other project deliverables.
Invoicing and Accounts Receivable
  • Review all active projects and open WIP reports to determine when projects will be invoiced.  
  • Review invoices, contracts, proposals, change orders, addendums, etc. to ensure that all project documentation is in place before creating draft invoice.
  • Review aging accounts receivable with Project Controls Specialist and Operation Manager to determine who will follow up with clients for payment status.
  • Engage with clients that have past due accounts.  Review with Project Controls Specialist and Operation Manager to discuss next steps to coordinate payment with client.
  • Meet with Project Controls Specialist and Operation Manager to review, discuss, and resolve issues with invoicing and documentation provided.
Risk Management
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the successful and timely completion of projects.
  • Address and resolve issues and challenges as they arise.
Safety and Compliance
  • Ensure all surveying operations comply with safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Promote a culture of safety within the project team.

Required Skills & Experience:
 
  • Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field is preferred.
  • **Professional Land Surveyor (RLS) licensure is highly desirable or able to obtain within 90 days of employment. **
  • Previous experience in project management in land surveying or a related field preferred.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing multiple surveying projects.
  • Excellent project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship management abilities.
  • Knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and software tools.
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools.
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Job Requisition # 39534
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A reasonable estimate of the Base Salary for this role is $130,000 - $145,000 per year. The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.

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Kori Losack
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Senior Recruiter focused exclusively on recruiting for Land Survey, Engineering & Land Development Talent.

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