Survey Phase Manager
About Us
Our client provides high-level professional land survey services for large-scale projects throughout the United States. We manage geospatial data for projects that require quality and accurate reporting by developing, implementing, and utilizing new and innovative systems.
PLS or LSIT licensure is REQUIRED.
Job Description
We are currently accepting resumes for Survey Phase Managers to work in support of large-scale linear energy infrastructure projects throughout the United States. As our Survey Phase Manager, you will manage project performance, strategy, delivery, and safety for specific project tasks or phases that contribute to the execution of larger projects. You will provide guidance and direction by leading, managing, and controlling assigned technical personnel including Project Teams; as well as soliciting and securing new work from existing and new clients and markets. You should also possess the desire to accept additional responsibilities and support the further development and growth of the office. We are looking forward to connecting with a team player interested in growing into a Project Manager role.
Direction Required:
Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions from the survey manager or other leaders in the firm. Assistance is provided on unusual problems and work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
- Utilize existing information and work with the project managers, to plan the fieldwork phase of projects. Embrace and follow Our client’s mapping and boundary standard operating procedures and philosophies.
- Implement and execute the work plan for smaller projects, and for certain phases of larger projects.
- Manage and provide technical direction to field crews and those engaged in office activities.
- Manages surveying needs on tasks and phases of larger projects in support of Project Managers
- Provide calculations, data processing, and drafting support.
- Works with Project Managers to help monitor the financial budget and schedule for the field and office tasks associated with assigned tasks and phases
- Follow all QA/QC procedures and standards of practice to assure accurate and complete information is generated for producing reports and plans.
- Actively participate in mentoring/training.
- Perform routine checks and inquire on care and maintenance of field equipment, vehicles, equipment room, maintenance schedules, and adjustments.
- Perform Deed research and analysis, as well as easement and exception reviews and rights analysis.
- Prepare preliminary mapping, descriptions, etc. for PLS review and comment.
Required Skills:
- Broad knowledge of relevant work experience as a senior member of a project team working on all or some aspects of larger projects
- Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Proficient in building and manipulating surfaces related to topographic and existing condition surveys.
- Sound general and specialist surveying knowledge; able to apply it to existing and emerging technology
- Experience in providing technical and commercial leadership within the responsibilities assigned
- Effective application of project management tools and processes while adhering to legal and commercial requirements
- Adaptable and well organized with a practical-minded approach and the ability to work to tight deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, including technical report writing
- Pragmatic, empathetic, and credible with clients and have a high standard of personal presentation
- Good influencing and motivational skills demonstrated through advice, counsel, or facilitating service to others
- Must successfully complete drug screening and background check, including 7-year criminal history check and Motor Vehicle Record check.
- Valid driver’s license required
Responsibility for Direction of Others:
Will supervise or coordinate the work associated with assigned tasks/phases under the direction of the Project Manager. Ensures a developmental environment, providing full disclosure on project assignments and encouraging others to read the proposal and review other project-specific documents and plans. Position includes:
- Field Crew management and direction.
- Office Staff management.
- Daily communication with Project Manager and project team
Education / Training:
- Associates or Bachelors Degree in Survey Engineering from an ABET-accredited curriculum
- 0 – 2 years of project management experience
- PLS or LSIT licensure is REQUIRED. Applicants are encouraged to seek licensure at the earliest opportunity and in multiple states
Work Environment
Environmental demands and work environment for a Survey Phase Manager at Our client are listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Required to travel up to 25% to other offices or field project sites
- Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding; machine operation; etc.) most of the workday;
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 30 pounds occasionally;
- Required to exert physical effort in navigating difficult terrain occasionally
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