Survey Phase Manager
Job Description:
About the Role & Company
We are currently accepting resumes for Survey Phase Managers to support 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. We are seeking a team player interested in advancing to a Project Manager role who possesses the drive to secure new work from existing and prospective clients and to support the continued development and growth of the office.
Essential Responsibilities
- Manage the financial budget and schedule for the field and office tasks associated with assigned tasks and phases.
- Utilize existing information to plan the fieldwork phase of projects and provide technical direction to field crews and office personnel.
- Manage surveying needs on tasks and phases of larger projects in support of Project Managers.
- Follow all QA/QC procedures and standards of practice to ensure accurate and complete information is generated for producing reports and plans.
- Actively participate in mentoring/training and ensure a developmental environment for staff.
- Pursue marketing opportunities and support preparation of proposals (with supervision and full review).
- Manage client communication and development, perform budgetary review, and maintain daily communication with the Project Manager and project team.
- Perform routine checks and inquire about care and maintenance of field equipment, vehicles, equipment room, maintenance schedules, and adjustments.
- Will supervise or coordinate the work associated with assigned tasks/phases under the direction of the Project Manager.
- Follow all company QA/QC procedures and safety standards.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Candidates must be able to meet the following physical requirements:
- Frequent standing, walking, and hiking on rough, uneven terrain occasionally (for site visits).
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions up to 25% of the time (for travel to field project sites).
- Requires good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for operating precision equipment (for office and field work).
Qualifications & Requirements
- Preferred Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Survey Engineering from an ABET-accredited curriculum.
- PLS or LSIT licensure is preferred. Applicants are encouraged to seek licensure at the earliest opportunity and in multiple states.
- Broad knowledge of relevant work experience as a senior member of a project team working on all or some aspects of larger projects.
- Possess sound general and specialist surveying knowledge, experience in providing technical and commercial leadership, and excellent communication/technical report writing skills.
- Mandatory: Valid driver’s license and a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and comprehensive background check, including a 7-year criminal history check.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% to other offices or field project sites.
Why Join Us?
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and excellent opportunities for strategic leadership and professional growth as you develop toward a Project Manager role.