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Survey Manager, Survey Research Science and Operations (Remote)

ICF


Job Location:

Reston, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 74090 - 125954
Posted: 25 September 2026 (11 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you a survey research professional hoping to further build your project management experience Then come join ICFs Survey Research Science and Operations practice. We are home to a talented community of survey researchers building robust solutions for government university and commercial clients.

ICF survey products aim to demonstrate quality credibility reliability innovation responsiveness and transparency. For more information: Survey Research Science and Operations practice is seeking a Survey Manager. If successful you will support a large-scale federal survey as well as a variety of projects across a wide array of topics and clients at the commercial and federal level including aviation transportation and energy (various utilities). This role is well suited to a project manager who is highly organized takes ownership of work and is comfortable keeping multiple teams tasks deadlines and dependencies moving at the same time.


You will be expected to provide support in the following three areas:


  • Project Management- You will manage the day-to-day activities of concurrent survey-related projects.
  • Business Development- You will support the teams proposal and grant development activities; this includes written sections of proposals as well as internal and external networking and relationship management.
  • Technical Expertise- You will provide technical assistance to internal and external clients in association with the projects you manage as well as complete technical reports and other deliverables as required.

This is a great position for a mid-level professional who will join our team in a REMOTE capacity.


What youll do:

  • Manage concurrent survey-related projects serving as the key point of contact to clients providing excellent service managing expectations and producing products that demonstrate results.
  • Prepare project plans manage schedules and performance using effective project management processes and frameworks.
  • Create and track project budgets.
  • Keep multiple workstreams moving simultaneously by identifying next steps assigning and following up on actions managing dependencies and escalating issues when needed.
  • Identify and coordinate with internal collaborators and outside subcontractors and vendors.
  • Proactively manage and communicate with a team of cross-matrixed professionals ensuring smooth team operations and effective collaboration.
  • Contribute methodological or technical guidance in support of quantitative projects or tasks involving web mail telephone in-person and other data collection activities.
  • Contribute methodological or technical guidance in support of qualitative projects or tasks involving cognitive interviewing one-on-one interviews and/or focus groups.
  • Develop project quality assurance protocols and ensure quality for all data reports and presentations.
  • Communicate effectively in writingproposals analytic reports issue papers briefings and formal and informal email correspondence.
  • Develop and cultivate strong client relationships.
  • Anticipate risks bottlenecks and dependencies and proactively implement solutions to keep projects on track.
  • Update leadership on progress as directed and on regular reporting cycles.
  • Actively participate in business development activities managing the proposal process and writing proposal sections.

What you must have:

  • Bachelors degree required
  • 3 years of applied experience in the survey research field.
  • 2 years of experience in survey project management including coordinating teams and tasks tracking completion of activities managing schedules monitoring project budget and ensuring the quality of work products.
  • 2 years of experience with MS Office productsWord Excel PowerPoint or professional skills.

Professional Skills

  • Experience managing and advancing multiple workstreams simultaneously with strong organizational and follow-through skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to take ownership of work independently drive tasks forward and recognize when issues require escalation.
  • Demonstrated customer service orientation and outstanding level of professionalism in providing client support.

Additional professional skills and experience preferred:

  • 1 year experience conducting and analyzing qualitative research.
  • Masters degree preferred.
  • Ability to be flexible multi-task prioritize and manage multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced changing environment.
  • Experience in quantitative data analysis and statistical software experience (e.g. R Python SPSS SAS).
  • Experience in proposal writing and/or budget development.
  • Proficiency in Spanish or another foreign language is a plus.

Bot and Third-Party Applications

Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration.Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration.Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contactfor assistance.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.

We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.


Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$74090.00 - $125954.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Required Experience:

Manager


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