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Director - Survey

Atwell, LLC

Company websiteatwell.com (Atwell, LLC, opens in new tab)

Base salary $130K  to $180K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Ann Arbor, MI +3 more

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  • LocationAnn Arbor, MI +3 more
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
  • Last checked (24 min ago) · observed since
All places named
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Michigan
  • Rochester, MI
  • Southfield, MI

About this job

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

  • Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
  • Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
  • Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
  • Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

Are you a visionary leader with a commitment to surveying excellence? We’re seeking a Director of Survey to drive our ambitious projects and shape our future.

As the Director of Survey, you'll be pivotal in guiding our survey operations, blending strategic planning with hands-on leadership to achieve outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute a Project Manager Business Plan to steer our survey projects towards success.
  • Client & Contract Management: Engage with clients to define project goals, manage contract negotiations, and ensure agreements are in place before project start.
  • Financial Oversight: Oversee project invoicing, accounts receivable, and ensure financial alignment with contracts.
  • Communication & Coordination: Facilitate internal communication, foster team collaboration, and coordinate with stakeholders to define project parameters.
  • Team Development: Mentor and support team members, promoting professional growth and ensuring high-quality project outcomes.
  • Business Development: Drive growth through strategic marketing, client engagement, and proposal management.
  • Project Documentation: Ensure efficient and thorough documentation using web-based tools.
  • Industry Insight & Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends and apply insights to improve project performance and outcomes.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to engage effectively.
  • Proven experience in survey project management and leadership roles.
  • Proficiency in engineering, environmental, land planning, and survey concepts.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with a track record of handling multiple projects.
  • Ability to build and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development.
  • Bachelor’s degree in surveying, engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Professional licensure or certification.
  • 5+ years of experience in a land development-focused survey leadership role.

Join us to lead a forward-thinking team and make a significant impact in the surveying industry. Apply today to be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

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Pay Range

$130,000—$180,000 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

  • Competitive Compensation packages 
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment 
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals 
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

  • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

Source: Atwell, LLC on Greenhouse · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($130,000) is above 66% of the 30 Program & Project Management roles in Michigan listed on this site; 1 other lists the same floor. Their median floor is $116,205; the middle half runs from $102,750 to $145,000.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Atwell, LLC roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Atwell, LLC roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Director - Survey (this listing)$130K - $180K
Civil Project Manager - Land Development$130K - $160K
Senior Engineer - Electrical - Oil and Gas$125K - $175K
Project Manager - Land Development$124K - $160K
Project Manager - Land Development$124K - $160K
Project Manager - Land Development$124K - $160K
Associate Director - Land Development$120K - $180K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Atwell, LLC roles · How to read the bar

Observed changes

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Observed since
Employer-stated posting date
2025-01-31
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Location as the employer wrote it: Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States; Michigan, United States; Rochester, Michigan, United States; Southfield, Michigan, United States

$130,000—$180,000 USD

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