Survey Manager

Company: Volkert Inc
Location: Charleston
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced Survey Manager to support our Mid-Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA, Charleston, WV, or Pittsburgh, PA. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (Registered in Pennsylvania, Virginia or West Virginia). This position provides supervision and direction of survey technical staff in conducting land surveys and preparing survey deliverables and documents. Responsible for the success of projects including quality, budget, and schedule for each project. What you’ll be doing: Help build and support new and existing client relationships Hire, mentor and train technical staff, including professional land surveyors, survey field crews and technicians Member of a survey team working within a group to meet schedules, client requests (internally and externally) and production expectations Coordinating and managing outside survey subcontractors Implementing QA/QC practices for final survey deliverables Developing fees and writing and reviewing proposals Ensure compliance with company safety regulations Communicate regularly with team members and operation managers to keep project on schedule and meet client expectations What you need to have: Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (Registered in Pennsylvania, Virginia or West Virginia) 5 years of Project Management experience with the ability to grow and lead a Survey department Desire and ability to obtain licensure in additional states Strong verbal and written communication skills Judgment and decision-making skills Complex problem-solving skills Self-motivated with strong organizational skills Technical skills, including AutoCad and/or MicroSation, Trimble equipment and software, laser scanning and drones a plus Valid driver's license and safe driving record Safety oriented Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines. If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role. Valid driver’s license. A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR). Why Volkert? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide. Key Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental, & Vision 401(k) retirement savings plan employer matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability Wellness incentives Student Debt Retirement Match Additional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .” – Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer EOE- Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. LI-HF1 Virginia West Virginia Pennsylvania

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