About the role

The Survey Project Manager will lead and manage survey and geospatial projects, including overseeing survey crews and coordinating with clients. They are also responsible for project proposal preparation, invoicing, and driving new business development.

What they look for

Land surveying Project management Team leadership Client communication Business development AutoCAD Civil 3D Microstation 3D laser scanning Mobile Lidar mapping Rail surveying GPS surveying Conventional surveying Proposal preparation Invoicing Geospatial data interpretation

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Maryland State Professional Land Surveyor License and possess over 10 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microstation is required, along with the ability to generate revenue through business development.

Benefits

Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid pregnancy disability leave Short-term disability insurance Long-term disability insurance Life insurance 401(k) plan Roth 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Military leave Employee referral bonus Professional license bonus Overtime compensation Education reimbursement Mentorship program Wellness program

Full description

Overview

Are you a licensed surveyor or experienced survey leader ready to take charge of high-impact projects across land development, infrastructure, and construction? As a Survey Project Manager, you'll lead teams, coordinate with clients, and ensure technical accuracy from the field to final deliverables. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment where leadership, geospatial precision, and project vision all come together. You’ll oversee a wide range of survey services, mentor rising talent, and collaborate with some of the best minds in AEC.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, we’re seeking a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) to join our growing team in Columbia, MD.

Join our Survey/Geospatial team, which offers a full range of survey and geospatial data and mapping services that enable us to collect data faster, safer, and more accurately than ever before. Collect data from the air, ground and subsurface to provide precision data interpretation with us and accelerate YOUR success to become tomorrow’s industry leader.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage survey/geospatial projects including:

Client Communication (internal and external).
Project Proposal Preparation & Invoicing.
Overseeing 2 or more Survey Crews.
New Business Development combining existing clients with Colliers Engineering & Design’s diverse Land Survey & Measurement Service lines which include: 3D High Definition Laser Scanning, Mobile Lidar Mapping, Rail Surveying, GPS and Conventional Surveys.

Qualifications

Maryland State Professional Land Surveyor License required.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microstation.
10+ years of experience in all areas of the job description.
Must be able to generate revenue through existing client base and new business development.
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
A valid drivers license is required.

Compensation: $95,000 to $146,000/yr (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!