Survey Project Manager-PLS

Survey Project Manager-PLS

📍 Lake Oswego, OR | 💼 Full-Time | 💰 $109,000 – $144,000 (DOE)

Build the future. Grow your career. Lead with purpose.

At PACE Engineers, we believe our people are our greatest strength. As a 100% employee-owned firm with offices in Washington and Oregon, we take pride in building vibrant communities through exceptional engineering, planning, and surveying services. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and people-centric culture where your voice matters and your work makes a real impact.

We’re looking for a PLS-Survey Project Manager to join our Lake Oswego Survey Team — someone who’s ready to lead, solve problems, and shape projects from the ground up. If you thrive on challenges, enjoy mentoring others, and are excited by cutting-edge survey technologies like drones, GPS, and 3D imaging, we’d love to meet you.

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🚀 What You'll Be Doing

•    Lead survey projects from start to finish, working directly with clients, field crews, and office staff

•    Supervise research, computations, fieldwork, and drafting

•    Troubleshoot field issues and ensure high-quality data collection and analysis

•    Oversee survey standards and processes across the team

•    Conduct boundary research and resolutions under PLS review

•    Prepare detailed cost estimates and scopes for proposals

•    Collaborate closely with internal teams to keep projects on track and clients informed

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✅ What You Bring

•    Licensed PLS (4+ years preferred; OR license a strong plus)

•    6+ years of combined field and office survey experience

•    Proven client-facing and business development experience

•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

•    Strong problem-solving mindset and a can-do attitude

•    Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, point cloud processing, and Trimble equipment a bonus

•    Experience with municipal/government projects is a plus

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💡 Why You’ll Love It Here

•    A people-first culture where your ideas and voice matter

•    Opportunities for mentorship and career growth

•    Work that challenges and inspires you

•    Supportive, collaborative teams that celebrate wins together

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🌟 The Perks

•    Competitive salary + annual bonus opportunities

•    100% employee-owned through ESOP

•    Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA

•    Generous PTO + paid holidays

•    Short/long-term disability, life insurance, and more

•    Work/life balance with respect for your time

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🌍 Belong at PACE

We’re committed to building a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. PACE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

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Ready to make your mark?

Let’s build something great together. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise, your growth, and your passion.