Survey Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Survey Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship achievable for candidates with a relevant bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or civil engineering. Demand is steady across infrastructure, construction, and land development sectors, where licensed professionals with field management experience attract consistent LCA filings.
Find Survey Manager JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 67+ Survey Manager jobs
See all 67+ Survey Manager Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Survey Manager roles.
Get Access To All JobsImportant Notice to Applicants – Recruitment & Submission Process
Caliber Tech LLC is an authorized staffing vendor supporting our client's recruitment needs. Please note that this position may also be open to submissions from other staffing vendors participating in the client's hiring process.
While we make every effort to identify qualified candidates and present their profiles for consideration, submission through Caliber Tech LLC does not guarantee an interview, selection, or employment offer. All applications are subject to the client's evaluation, hiring priorities, and final selection decisions.
We believe in maintaining transparency throughout the recruitment process and encourage applicants to consider this information before applying.
We sincerely appreciate your interest in opportunities represented by Caliber Tech LLC and look forward to connecting with qualified professionals.
Job Description: Survey Department Manager / Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
Location: Annandale or Chantilly, Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time
About our client
Our client provides comprehensive civil engineering, transportation engineering, land planning, landscape architecture, and surveying services to private and public sector clients throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and licensed Land Surveying Professional to manage a portfolio of projects within its Survey Department.
This position can be based in either Annandale or Chantilly, VA.
Licensing Requirements:
- Preferred: Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Virginia (VA), Maryland (MD), or Washington, D.C.
- Candidates currently pursuing their final PLS licensing examination will also be considered.
- LSIT (Land Surveyor-in-Training) candidates are welcome to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in managing the Survey Department team to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Supervise the Field Coordinator in scheduling survey crews and office personnel according to project deadlines.
- Oversee the execution and production of various surveying projects, including:
- Boundary and Topographic Surveys
- Survey Plats
- ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
- Construction Surveys
- Compile, organize, and maintain daily project field data.
- Coordinate, communicate, and direct the work of office staff and field crews to ensure accurate location and grade control for construction projects.
- Prepare project proposals and handle monthly client billing.
- Review plans and coordinate with other departments to ensure accurate surveying cost estimates for project bids.
- Demonstrate expertise in operating and maintaining surveying equipment, including laser scanning technology and drones.
- Ensure accurate field location and grade control information is communicated to internal departments and clients within required project timelines.
- Collaborate with client staff across departments on all field surveying activities.
- Review, approve, sign, and seal surveying documents.
- Manage and balance workloads across multiple projects and clients.
- Stay current with emerging surveying technologies, tools, and industry advancements.
- Maintain existing client relationships and expand the client base through business development activities.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C. – highly preferred.
- Candidates currently completing the final requirements or examination for PLS licensure will be considered.
- Land Surveyor-in-Training (LSIT) candidates are also welcome.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional surveying experience.
- Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, practices, and modern surveying technologies.
- Proficiency in the latest land surveying equipment and technologies.
- Strong background in CAD software and related surveying applications.
Compensation & Benefits
Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Attractive annual salary and comprehensive benefits.
- Substantial employer 401(k) contribution.
- $0 health insurance premium option.
- Direct daily access to senior leadership, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible and casual work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
- Collaborative project teams that recognize individual strengths and encourage shared success.
- Established project backlog providing long-term career stability.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Important Notice to Applicants – Recruitment & Submission Process
Caliber Tech LLC is an authorized staffing vendor supporting our client's recruitment needs. Please note that this position may also be open to submissions from other staffing vendors participating in the client's hiring process.
While we make every effort to identify qualified candidates and present their profiles for consideration, submission through Caliber Tech LLC does not guarantee an interview, selection, or employment offer. All applications are subject to the client's evaluation, hiring priorities, and final selection decisions.
We believe in maintaining transparency throughout the recruitment process and encourage applicants to consider this information before applying.
We sincerely appreciate your interest in opportunities represented by Caliber Tech LLC and look forward to connecting with qualified professionals.
Job Description: Survey Department Manager / Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
Location: Annandale or Chantilly, Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time
About our client
Our client provides comprehensive civil engineering, transportation engineering, land planning, landscape architecture, and surveying services to private and public sector clients throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and licensed Land Surveying Professional to manage a portfolio of projects within its Survey Department.
This position can be based in either Annandale or Chantilly, VA.
Licensing Requirements:
- Preferred: Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Virginia (VA), Maryland (MD), or Washington, D.C.
- Candidates currently pursuing their final PLS licensing examination will also be considered.
- LSIT (Land Surveyor-in-Training) candidates are welcome to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in managing the Survey Department team to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Supervise the Field Coordinator in scheduling survey crews and office personnel according to project deadlines.
- Oversee the execution and production of various surveying projects, including:
- Boundary and Topographic Surveys
- Survey Plats
- ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
- Construction Surveys
- Compile, organize, and maintain daily project field data.
- Coordinate, communicate, and direct the work of office staff and field crews to ensure accurate location and grade control for construction projects.
- Prepare project proposals and handle monthly client billing.
- Review plans and coordinate with other departments to ensure accurate surveying cost estimates for project bids.
- Demonstrate expertise in operating and maintaining surveying equipment, including laser scanning technology and drones.
- Ensure accurate field location and grade control information is communicated to internal departments and clients within required project timelines.
- Collaborate with client staff across departments on all field surveying activities.
- Review, approve, sign, and seal surveying documents.
- Manage and balance workloads across multiple projects and clients.
- Stay current with emerging surveying technologies, tools, and industry advancements.
- Maintain existing client relationships and expand the client base through business development activities.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C. – highly preferred.
- Candidates currently completing the final requirements or examination for PLS licensure will be considered.
- Land Surveyor-in-Training (LSIT) candidates are also welcome.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional surveying experience.
- Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, practices, and modern surveying technologies.
- Proficiency in the latest land surveying equipment and technologies.
- Strong background in CAD software and related surveying applications.
Compensation & Benefits
Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Attractive annual salary and comprehensive benefits.
- Substantial employer 401(k) contribution.
- $0 health insurance premium option.
- Direct daily access to senior leadership, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible and casual work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
- Collaborative project teams that recognize individual strengths and encourage shared success.
- Established project backlog providing long-term career stability.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
See all 67+ Survey Manager Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Survey Manager roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Survey Manager
Verify your license transfers across states
Most Survey Manager roles require a Professional Land Surveyor license, and reciprocity varies by state. Confirm your credentials are transferable before applying, since an employer won't file an LCA for a role you can't legally perform in that jurisdiction.
Target infrastructure and engineering firms first
Civil engineering consultancies, transportation agencies, and land development firms file LCAs for Survey Managers far more consistently than general construction contractors. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship history specifically for surveying and geomatics roles.
Map your degree to the specialty occupation definition
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Survey Manager role. A degree in geomatics, civil engineering, or surveying technology maps cleanly. A tangential degree needs supporting documentation showing the connection to pass specialty occupation review.
Check the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer sets your LCA wage at Level I through Level IV using the OFLC Wage Search for your work location. Survey Managers in metro areas often land at Level II or III, so know your tier before you accept an offer to avoid a wage underpayment issue at filing.
Get your NSPS membership and fieldwork documentation ready
Employers sponsoring Survey Managers through PERM labor certification need detailed evidence of your specialized experience. Compile project records, equipment certifications, and any National Society of Professional Surveyors credentials before the process starts, not after the offer is signed.
Clarify remote work terms before the LCA is filed
If your Survey Manager role involves work at multiple project sites, your employer must list all worksites on the LCA. Ambiguous worksite arrangements are a common H-1B compliance issue in field-based roles, so confirm the site list with HR before USCIS receives the I-129 petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Survey Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Survey Manager roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates both the job duties and the degree requirement. Roles that also require a Professional Land Surveyor license strengthen the specialty occupation argument significantly.
Which visa types are realistic for a sponsored Survey Manager position?
The H-1B is the primary option for Survey Managers employed by private firms. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if surveying is performed in a qualifying engineering capacity, though the fit can be narrow and depends on exact job duties. EB-2 and EB-3 green card paths are available for longer-term sponsorship once the H-1B is established.
How do I find Survey Manager roles where employers are willing to sponsor visas?
Search on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified sponsorship history for roles in surveying and geomatics. Firms that have filed LCAs for Survey Managers in the past are your strongest leads, since they already understand the process and are less likely to withdraw an offer when sponsorship paperwork begins.
Does a Professional Land Surveyor license affect my H-1B eligibility?
A PLS license doesn't directly determine H-1B eligibility, but it supports the specialty occupation argument by showing the role requires specialized professional credentials beyond a general degree. If your license is from outside the U.S., USCIS will expect evidence that your foreign credentials are equivalent to the U.S. standard for the state where you'll be working.
Can a Survey Manager role support a green card through PERM?
Yes. Survey Manager is a skilled worker role that fits both EB-2 (with an advanced degree or exceptional ability) and EB-3 (skilled worker) green card categories. PERM labor certification requires the employer to run a recruitment process proving no qualified U.S. workers are available. Field-specific licensing requirements often help narrow the candidate pool in ways that support PERM approval.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Survey Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.