Survey Manager

Survey Manager Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage surveying operations
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the survey team, fostering collaboration and high performance
• Ensure high-quality standards and meet project objectives
• Lead survey crews and execute various land survey projects
• Assign tasks, coordinate workflow, and ensure adherence to project timelines
• Oversee and participate in surveying activities, including measurements, boundary determinations, and construction staking
• Operate and maintain advanced surveying equipment for accurate data collection
• Conduct research on land records, legal documents, and historical surveys to determine property boundaries and right-of-way
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to develop project plans, defining objectives, scope, and resource requirements
• Provide guidance on complex boundary and easement issues
• Participate in project kickoff meetings, offering technical expertise
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Civil3D for construction staking operations calculations
• Proficient in Trimble Business Center (TBC) for control calibrations and data transfers
• Establish and maintain control points, benchmarks, and traverse surveys for data accuracy
• Review timesheets and billing invoices for accuracy

Survey Party Chief Responsibilities:

• Manage field operations for topographic surveys, mapping projects, and construction staking
• Create accurate and legible staking cut sheets for contractors and in-house use
• Ensure job-site safety for the crew
• Coordinate with superintendents, contractors, and clients

Quality Control and Compliance:

• Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure accuracy and completeness of survey data
• Stay updated on industry standards, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance

Data Processing and Reporting:

• Oversee the transfer of field data to computer systems and collaborate with survey technicians on data processing
• Review and approve survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions for accuracy
• Act as the primary client contact, providing project updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring client satisfaction
• Participate in client meetings, providing technical expertise
• Maintain meticulous records of survey activities, field notes, and documentation
• Ensure proper archiving and storage of survey data for future reference
• Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and repair of surveying equipment
• Coordinate safety meetings and ensure adherence to the Safety Manual
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment to enhance surveying capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) is a plus
• Strong knowledge of land surveying principles and procedures
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in land surveying
• Proficient in understanding complex drawings and technical reports
• Skilled in using AutoCAD, Civil3D, MS Office, and modern digital tools (e.g., Word, Excel, Windows Explorer, public agency portals)
• Proficient in operating Trimble controllers, total stations, GPS rovers, and other survey equipment

Benefits:

• 3 weeks of employee paid leave (first year)
• 11 paid holidays plus birthday
• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• Soft close between Christmas and New Year's