Land Surveyor

Matchtech; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Land Surveyor / Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to oversee professional survey work across various jurisdictions, while contributing to innovative service lines such as LiDAR and UAV. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and supervisory skills, along with a professional licensure in good standing. With flexible work arrangements available, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the engineering services sector. Join a company that values safety, collaboration, and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Coverage for licensing costs

Qualifications

• Professional licensure in good standing is required.
• 5+ years of experience in project management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Supervise project staff and ensure compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Supervisory Skills

Organizational Skills

Cultural Awareness

English Proficiency

Education

Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or Civil Engineering

Professional Licensure

5 years of experience as a Project Manager

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Equipment Specific Software

Job description

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This range is provided by Matchtech. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$110,000.00/yr - CA$110,000.00/yr

Technical Recruiter at MatchtechEx Accenture, Ex GE

Seeking a skilled and motivated Land Surveyor / Project Manager to join our growing team. We are particularly interested in candidates who are Licensed Manitoba Land Surveyors and those who may hold or be willing to obtain Saskatchewan and other provincial or U.S. licenses. This position is based out of Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, or Headingley.

We welcome licensed land surveyors willing to obtain additional certifications in the Eastern U.S. and across Canadian provinces. We cover all related licensing costs, and flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options, may be available based on individual circumstances.

In this role, you will oversee professional survey work in your licensed jurisdictions and may have opportunities to contribute to our LiDAR and UAV service lines, depending on your interests.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all aspects of project execution, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Establish and maintain clear communication protocols, including:
• Identifying key decision-makers from company and the client.
• Managing change requests and approvals.
• Defining procedures for information dissemination.
• Implementing systematic processes for project data and reporting.
• Oversee project financials, set up cost controls, and conduct periodic risk reviews.
• Coordinate with company personnel to understand and address project requirements, including scheduling, costs, technical needs, and logistics.
• Supervise and manage subcontractors performing Geomatics work on projects.
• Organize shift schedules, accommodations, and mobilization for field staff unless delegated to a Field Coordinator.
• Participate in division-level meetings to coordinate crew allocations across projects.
• Contribute to division management by engaging in workload planning and team development initiatives.
• Provide clear instructions and supervision to project teams, ensuring compliance with project-specific processes and procedures.
• Actively oversee project staff, addressing questions, reviewing work quality, and providing guidance on equipment operations and workflows.
• Ensure all project charges, including time entries, subcontractor invoices, and supply costs, are accurate and properly recorded.
• Complete all required project reporting, which may include Plan of the Day updates and other documentation.
• Enforce and uphold all safety policies relevant to project work, ensuring compliance among project staff.
• Verify completion of site-specific and daily safety reporting, developing safety plans where necessary.
• Address project-specific safety concerns and communicate them effectively to staff.
• Actively participate in fostering a safe workplace, attending and contributing to all safety meetings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Professional licensure in good standing
• Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or Civil Engineering
• 5 years of experience as a Project Manager
• Safety tickets are an asset
• Valid Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Very strong communication skills and English proficiency
• Good computer skills with knowledge of Excel, Outlook and equipment specific software
• Strong supervisory skills
• Strong Organizational skills
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge of the type of project that is being worked on
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Engineering Services and Utilities