Job Description
The Director of Survey is responsible for leading survey operations, managing projects, developing client relationships, overseeing financial and team management, and driving business growth within a consulting and engineering firm specializing in land development and surveying.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic plans for survey projects
- Manage client contracts, define project goals, and oversee negotiations
- Oversee project invoicing, accounts receivable, and financial alignment
- Coordinate internal communication and stakeholder engagement
- Mentor and support survey team members for professional growth
- Drive business development through marketing, client engagement, and proposals
- Ensure thorough documentation of survey projects using web-based tools
- Stay updated on industry trends and implement improvements in project performance
Requirements
- Proven experience in survey project management and leadership roles with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a land development-focused survey leadership role.
- Bachelor’s degree in surveying, engineering, or related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
- Professional licensure or certification in surveying, engineering, or related field.
- Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to engage effectively.
- Proficiency in engineering, environmental, land planning, and survey concepts.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with a track record of handling multiple projects.
- Ability to build and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development.
- Ability to develop and execute a Project Manager Business Plan to steer survey projects towards success.
- Experience engaging with clients to define project goals, manage contract negotiations, and ensure agreements are in place before project start.
- Experience overseeing project invoicing, accounts receivable, and ensuring financial alignment with contracts.
- Ability to facilitate internal communication, foster team collaboration, and coordinate with stakeholders to define project parameters.
- Experience mentoring and supporting team members, promoting professional growth, and ensuring high-quality project outcomes.
- Ability to drive growth through strategic marketing, client engagement, and proposal management.
- Experience ensuring efficient and thorough project documentation using web-based tools.
- Ability to stay updated on industry trends and apply insights to improve project performance and outcomes.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation packages including annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards
Work schedule flexibility with some positions offering flexible work schedules
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tenure Awards
Travel Vouchers
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment
Paid Licensing Certification Fees and Renewals
Employee Referrals
Annual Wellness Reimbursement
Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment
Dependent Care Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program with counseling, legal, financial, and work life services
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