Land Surveyor - British Columbia Registered

Internetwork Expert; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Land Surveyor / Project Manager to join its dynamic Geomatics division. This role offers the opportunity to lead professional survey work while leveraging cutting-edge technology like LiDAR and UAV mapping. You will manage project execution, ensuring alignment with scope and budget, while also fostering a safe workplace. The company provides a competitive compensation package along with excellent growth opportunities, making it an exciting place to advance your career in the power infrastructure sector.

Benefits

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site gym

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Professional licensure in good standing and 5 years of experience as a Project Manager.
• Strong communication and supervisory skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Oversee project financials, set up cost controls, and conduct risk reviews.

Skills

Communication Skills

Supervisory Skills

Organizational Skills

Cultural Awareness

Education

Professional Licensure

Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Equipment Specific Software

Job description

Phasor Engineering is a leading provider of specialized engineering and geomatics services, supporting the growth and modernization of power infrastructure across North America. As a subsidiary of Quanta Services—the premier integrated infrastructure solutions provider for the electric power, underground utility, and communications industries—we play a crucial role in delivering high-quality surveying and geomatics solutions to some of the largest utility projects in Canada and the United States.

Our Geomatics division is at the forefront of power infrastructure surveying, leveraging cutting-edge technology such as LiDAR, UAV mapping, RTK, and robotic total stations to provide precision-driven survey solutions. Supporting Quanta’s expansive network of companies, we execute legal and engineering surveys for transmission line projects, substation developments, renewable energy installations, and pole load analysis. With a rapidly growing presence in the U.S., our division is evolving to manage distributed projects efficiently, fostering a strong team of professionals who are adaptable, technically proficient, and ready to take on dynamic challenges in the field of geomatics.

Phasor Engineering is seeking a skilled and motivated Land Surveyor / Project Manager to join our growing team. We are particularly interested in candidates who are Licensed British Columbia Land Surveyors. This position is based out of Fort St. John or Burnaby, British Columbia.

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 Phasor 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 Phasor 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

Phasor Engineering Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program