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David Careers

Survey Project and Client Manager

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david evans associatesArlington (VA)
SurveyorsSurveying and Mapping Services

SENIORITY

Lead

SALARY

$135,000 - $195,000 per year

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About the role

Survey Project and Client Manager At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Surveying and Geomatics team seamlessly merges tradition with cutting-edge technology. Offering a comprehensive suite of geomatics services, from aerial LiDAR and topographic surveys to construction surveys and BIM modeling, we deliver precise and innovative solutions. Our dedicated team prioritizes clear and thorough communication, integrating client vision with our technical expertise to achieve exceptional results. By setting new standards in surveying and geomatics, we create lasting impact and pave the way for a more accurate and informed future. We are dedicated to adding significant value through the data we provide for our clients and the communities we serve. The Surveying and Geomatics Business Unit is seeking a Survey Project and Client Manager, located remotely in Texas. As a Survey Project and Client Manager, you will lead survey projects and grow client relationships across Texas, with a strong emphasis on transportation, municipalities, utilities, renewable energy, and related infrastructure markets. This business-development-forward project management role will identify and pursue new opportunities, support proposals and scoping, and convert relationships into repeat work while overseeing project delivery, technical quality, financial performance, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings an active Texas RPLS license, a strong record of revenue generation and account growth, and the ability to direct field and office teams. Candidates focused primarily on oil and gas are not the target profile; land-development-focused candidates are also less preferred.
What You'll Do:
  • Lead client relationships and business development across Texas transportation, municipal, utility, renewable energy, and related infrastructure markets
  • Serve as the primary client contact, identify opportunities, support proposals, and grow repeat business
  • Manage survey projects, including scope, budgets, forecasts, change control, delivery, and client satisfaction
  • Oversee technical quality for topographic, boundary, ALTA/NSPS, utility corridor, construction, and infrastructure survey deliverables
  • Coordinate staffing and integrated delivery with field and office teams, Geomatics leaders, engineers, planners, and other disciplines
  • Ensure compliance with DEA contracting, project accounting, and quality processes
  • Coach, mentor, recruit, onboard, and support the career development of survey staff
  • What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
  • Active Texas Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) license
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in land surveying
  • Demonstrated experience managing projects and mentoring survey staff
  • Strong client communication skills with a high level of attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting transportation, municipal, utility, renewable energy, or related infrastructure projects
  • Existing relationships with Texas municipalities, transportation agencies, utilities, renewable energy clients, or engineering partners
  • Demonstrated success developing business, expanding client accounts, and generating substantial annual revenue in Texas
  • Experience using Trimble Business Center
  • Proficiency with Civil 3D and relevant survey production tools
What We Offer: We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance, for employees and their families
  • Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
  • Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) program: Paid time off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full-time employees, with increased accrual based on years of service (up to 200 hours)
  • Paid Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year
Retirement: 401k plan with employer match program
Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement Employee bonus program: Eligible employees may participate in DEA's employee bonus program, which is based on company profitability. Potential salary range: $135,000/annually - $195,000/annually* The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Potential office locations include: Remote; Arlington, TX; Austin, TX; Beaumont, TX; Bryan/College Station, TX; Dallas, TX; El Paso, TX; Houston, TX; San Antonio, TX.

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