Survey Manager

CESO, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Ohio, Columbus
2800 Corporate Exchange Drive (Show on map)
Aug 19, 2025
Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service - to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of "empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients' visions to life," so if this speaks to you, let's connect! At CESO, a Survey Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the planning, coordination, and delivery of survey documents across a diverse portfolio of projects. This position is responsible for ensuring technical excellence, adherence to quality standards, and alignment with company best practices, while also driving process improvements and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous development. In addition to managing team schedules and production workflows, the Survey Manager plays a key role in balancing workload across offices, mentoring staff, and supporting cross-functional initiatives Primary Responsibilities Assist team members by providing technical direction. Supervise survey teams and serve as a senior technical resource for resolving complex project issues. Mentor and coach (Sr) Team Leads and surveyors to support skill development, performance consistency, and career growth. Oversee team budgets, labor utilization, and resource planning at the Business Unit level, as led by (Sr) Team Leads at a program and project level, to support efficient project execution and alignment with Business Unit goals. Ensure survey teams meet client program requirements within established budget and schedule constraints. Apply advanced knowledge of surveying principles and practices to guide project execution and support team decision-making. Facilitate regular team meetings to share updates, reinforce standards, best practices, and identify opportunities for performance improvement. Assist Project Managers and Team Leads in the preparation of proposals, and budgets. Ensure company QA/QC procedures and standards are adhered to by project teams, and assist with project Quality Assurance reviews, as needed, to support complex projects and/or project schedules. Supervising direct reports is a key responsibility of this job. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Bachelor's degree in Surveying or a related field; In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, a Professional Surveyor license is required. Minimum of 12 years of professional experience is required. Experience with managing a survey team is highly preferred. Professional Surveyor (PS) licensure is required; Obtain multi-state licensure as required by CESO to become a signatory for the company. Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, BlueBeam Revu and other applicable software. Benefits and Perks Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule Paid Time Off - Credited to You 100% Upfront 401K with a Company Match Rewards and Recognition Program Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth Paid Holidays Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage Welcome Box Casual Dress Code Reimbursement for Professional Licenses Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Company Paid Bonding and Recovery Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events. CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required. Apply for this job