Ayres Associates
Survey - Project Manager
Ayres Associates, Burlington, NC
Finding the right fit:
Our Geospatial team provides a wide variety of survey and mapping services to clients in both private and public sectors, including our own internal projects generated from our multi-disciplined company. These services are supported by a cohesive national team of geospatial professionals including Professional Survey and Mappers, crew chiefs, technicians, and project managers, bringing consistency and flexible resources to our employees and clients.
We are seeking a survey project manager who is passionate about the survey profession, has a strong technical ability, and has the leadership capabilities to obtain new and repeat work. We are looking for an enthusiastic team-member who can help Ayres continue to build their land survey presence in North Carolina. As a project manager of land survey, you will be encouraged to lead and work on a variety of survey functions that allow you to build a team, and your career.
Success will be defined by your ability to handle multiple priorities, represent Ayres professionally through strong communication and relationship-building skills, as well as provide mentorship for the development of staff. Remaining flexible will be key as the job responsibilities will fluctuate with overtime and occasional out-of-town travel expected.
On any given day, you'll:
Required Qualifications:
Desired skills and experiences:
Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Our Geospatial team provides a wide variety of survey and mapping services to clients in both private and public sectors, including our own internal projects generated from our multi-disciplined company. These services are supported by a cohesive national team of geospatial professionals including Professional Survey and Mappers, crew chiefs, technicians, and project managers, bringing consistency and flexible resources to our employees and clients.
We are seeking a survey project manager who is passionate about the survey profession, has a strong technical ability, and has the leadership capabilities to obtain new and repeat work. We are looking for an enthusiastic team-member who can help Ayres continue to build their land survey presence in North Carolina. As a project manager of land survey, you will be encouraged to lead and work on a variety of survey functions that allow you to build a team, and your career.
Success will be defined by your ability to handle multiple priorities, represent Ayres professionally through strong communication and relationship-building skills, as well as provide mentorship for the development of staff. Remaining flexible will be key as the job responsibilities will fluctuate with overtime and occasional out-of-town travel expected.
On any given day, you'll:
- Develop scopes, cost estimates, and proposals.
- Help in the continued development of our North Carolina survey team.
- Network and develop relationships with clients and others in your industry.
- Work directly with internal and external clients.
- Support survey technicians through all aspects of the project.
- Perform QA/QC on survey projects.
- Adhere to OSHA and required safety practices.
Required Qualifications:
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in North Carolina.
- Ability to recognize and embrace new geospatial technologies.
- 3-5 years of project management experience.
- 5 -10 years of diverse field/office experience in survey, performing topographic surveys, construction staking, boundary surveys, right-of-way plats, and control surveys.
- Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Valid driver's license with good driving record required.
Desired skills and experiences:
- A two-year degree in Land Surveying technology, civil engineering technology or a bachelor's degree in Land Surveying or related field.
- Proven ability to monitor project budgets to a successful outcome, oversee project teams, and meet client expectations, schedule, scope, etc.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in team environments.
- Familiar with NCDOT practices and requirements.
- Ability to take direction from numerous individuals, and channel strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to conduct effective client presentations.
Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:
- Health/dental/vision insurance offering affordable plans with flexible coverage options
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Development
- Paid membership dues to professional organizations
- Paid licensing exam/prep course for professional certification
- Encourage/reimburse for professional registrations and certifications.
- Work/Life Balance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays [including two floating holidays]
- Flexible work schedules
- Financial
- Flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Social
- Peer recognition program and mentor programs
- Young Professionals [YP] networking groups
- Sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, summer picnics, and more!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)