Survey Manager/Land Surveyor Job at Gables Search Group, Houston, TX

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  • Gables Search Group
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Survey Manager / PLS to lead our surveying department in Houston, Texas. This role is ideal for a licensed surveyor who thrives in a leadership environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality work, growing client relationships, and developing a strong internal team.
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple land surveying projects simultaneously

  • Develop scopes of work, schedules, and project budgets

  • Provide technical leadership to ensure accuracy and quality of deliverables

  • Lead and mentor a team of field and office survey professionals

  • Oversee the preparation of plats, legal descriptions, topographic surveys, TxDOT right-of-way maps, and construction staking

  • Coordinate field operations and allocate project resources

  • Maintain client relationships, serve as the primary point of contact, and drive business development

  • Prepare proposals, negotiate fees, and follow up on invoicing and collections

  • Ensure QA/QC processes and compliance with firm standards

  • Contribute to firm-wide sales goals and strategic project pursuits

  • Support training, hiring, and talent development within the survey team

Required Qualifications
  • Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) in Texas

  • Minimum 10 years of land surveying experience, including boundary, construction, and topographic surveys

  • At least 5 years of experience managing survey teams and projects

  • Experience working with TxDOT standards and deliverables

  • Strong proficiency in survey software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Geopak, Carlson Survey, and C&G

  • Business development skills and client-facing experience

  • Valid Texas driver’s license with a clean driving record

  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

Preferred Attributes
  • Experience preparing TxDOT right-of-way documents

  • Ability to foster a positive, collaborative team culture

  • Track record of successful project delivery and satisfied clients

  • Passion for mentoring junior staff and growing the department

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor work visas at this time.

Job Tags

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