ALTA Project Manager
Job Description
ALTA Project Manager Position
Our Client is one of the nation’s premier residential and commercial land surveying companies. They provide services in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia. Services include all types of residential, commercial, construction and ALTA/NSPS surveys with a commitment of accurate and timely delivery to our clients. Their surveys provide an important component for real estate type transactions involving buyers and sellers, title companies, lenders, attorneys, and real estate agents.
ALTA Project Manager - Position Summary
The ALTA Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing project management functions, including client communication, scope development, execution planning, and quality assurance for ALTA surveying in Florida. This role requires a high level of project coordination and problem-solving to ensure timely and accurate survey deliverables. Responsibilities include coordinating and communicating final boundary determination, legal descriptions, data reduction, and managing all aspects of project execution. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized professional with exceptional communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
ALTA Project Manager - Schedule - Remote with up to 50% travel; must be based in Florida
ALTA Project Manager - Position Responsibilities
- Lead and manage ALTA survey projects from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations and industry standards.
- Coordinate with Business Unit Leader to establish new projects, define scope, and set timelines.
- Maintain timely and accurate client communication to report project progress, address concerns, and ensure seamless project execution.
- Act as the primary liaison between Field Operations, Survey Technicians, and the drafting team, addressing any project-related issues and ensuring clarity in scope.
- Attend and actively participate in weekly project meetings, tracking project milestones and deadlines using SurveySTARS.
- Perform final review and validation of survey data, ensuring accuracy and alignment with title commitments, utility plans, lender requirements, and client specifications.
- Oversee QA/QC processes to maintain high standards in legal descriptions, survey documents, and deliverables.
- Maintain accurate project records, time tracking, and financial coordination with accounting to ensure correct billing.
- Ensure the timely delivery of survey data and relevant files to clients, tracking all revisions, modifications, and requests for additional information.
- Adhere to Company policies, procedures, and work directives, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Proactively identify and resolve project challenges, maintaining professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to client satisfaction and operational excellence.
- Visit job sites through the life of the project as it becomes necessary due to client needs.
ALTA Project Manager - Skills and Experience
- Minimum Associate’s degree in Survey-related studies from an accredited institution.
- 2+ years of project management experience in the surveying industry, with a strong focus on ALTA surveys preferred.
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Florida preferred (or interest/ability to obtain certification once employed).
- Proficiency in CAD, Carlson OEM, Civil 3D, and Trimble Business Center.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines and exceed client expectations.
- Experience using cloud-based project management tools for tracking and coordination.
- Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and maintain appropriate automobile insurance.
Company Benefits for ALTA Project Manager
- Competitive Salary
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Company Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Seven Paid Holidays per calendar year
- Paid Time Off
- Childbirth Recovery Related Leave