Lead Survey Principal

Job Description Lead Survey Principal - Top ENR Firm - Bridgeport, WVStep into a true leadership role where you own the direction of a growing survey practice, instead of just delivering on someone else's projects. This is a Principal-level opportunity with a national, employee-owned civil and environmental consulting firm that combines small-office autonomy in Bridgeport, WV with big-firm resources, benefits, and stability. You'll lead the survey group, mentor talent, and help drive business in one of the state's most active development markets.Position HighlightsTitle: Professional Surveyor / Principal (Survey Practice Leader)Location: Bridgeport, West Virginia – office just off I-79, walkable to restaurantsWork setup: Primarily in-office with flexibility; collaborative team environmentCompensation: Competitive base salary (DOE) + paid overtime + performance bonuses + profit sharingLong-term upside: Company-matched 401(k), employee stock program, and clear leadership pathBenefits: Medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, tuition assistance, generous PTO, and strong professional development supportWhat You'll DoLead and grow the local survey team, mentoring surveyors and technicians and fostering a collaborative, high-performance cultureOversee quality, safety, and delivery of survey projects, ensuring accurate, on-time work and efficient workflowsManage and review a variety of survey types, including boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, utility/route, subdivision/plats, and construction layout/as-builtsPartner with other discipline leaders (civil, environmental, geotechnical, etc.) to support integrated project deliveryContribute to client relationships and business development efforts, helping identify new opportunities in the regionWhat We're Looking ForLicensed Professional Surveyor (PS) in West Virginia, or the ability to obtain WV licensure in a reasonable timeframeApproximately 10+ years of land surveying experience, with some track record of team leadership or mentoringSolid hands-on background with common survey project types (boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, construction layout, etc.)Comfortable balancing technical oversight, project management, and people leadershipStrong communication skills and a desire to grow a practice, not just manage a project listWhy This RoleLead an established survey group in a fast-growing office, not a cold startJoin an employee-owned firm where you can earn bonuses, profit sharing, and stock as you help the practice growWork alongside experienced civil, environmental, and geotechnical professionals on diverse, interesting projects across West VirginiaEnjoy a culture that emphasizes people, mentorship, inclusion, and long-term career growthIf you're a licensed surveyor (or close) who wants a bigger say in how the work is done and where the practice is headed, this Principal-level role in Bridgeport is designed for you. Please send me your resume to danieln@noorstaffing.com