Director - Land Survey Services

SRF Consulting Group; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching plan

Health benefits package

Flexible scheduling

Generous time-off

Professional development programs

Paid certifications and memberships

Job summary

SRF Consulting Group, Inc. in Minneapolis seeks a Professional Land Surveyor to lead the Land Surveying practice as Director. You will guide projects across Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin, coordinating transportation, planning and engineering teams.

This role offers a hybrid schedule with a mix of office and remote work. You will lead staffing, workload balancing, and financial performance while mentoring survey staff and expanding business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience leading projects and mentoring technical staff.
• Strong understanding of public infrastructure, transportation and land development projects.
• Ability to obtain Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin licensure within 18 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the continued growth and success of SRF's survey practice.
• Assist with group leadership, staff engagement, development of strategic plans, and operational decisions.
• Lead business development by identifying and pursuing project opportunities.
• Make recommendations regarding company resources and employee roles.
• Lead and mentor survey staff, helping develop the next generation of survey professionals.
• Oversee and coordinate field survey operations for public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review right-of-way plats, parcel sketches, and ALTA Surveys.
• Manage survey deliverables, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Provide technical expertise and quality oversight throughout project lifecycles.
• Support construction staking operations and oversee field crew activities.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Tools

Trimble Equipment

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Description

SRF Consulting Group, Inc. creates lasting solutions to strengthen communities. SRF’s engineers, planners, and designers collaborate with our clients and their partners to ensure meaningful results for the most challenging projects and enrich everyday experiences. Our award-winning projects range from designing roadways, trails, and bridges to planning statewide transportation systems, to revitalizing neighborhoods and urban spaces. At SRF, our employee-owners help shape the culture and future of our business and our communities. As a 100 percent employee-owned company, team members share in the company’s growth and prosperity and receive stock ownership on a vesting schedule for their retirement. Our culture offers frequent companywide events, clubs, and sports teams, as well as opportunities to give back to the community. SRF also provides employees with the following:

• 401(k) and company match plan, Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Competitive salaries, Paid professional certifications and memberships.
• Flex-time scheduling, Generous time-off programs, and Vacation time carry-over.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

SRF Consulting Group, Inc. creates lasting solutions to strengthen communities. SRF’s engineers, planners, and designers collaborate with our clients and their partners to ensure meaningful results for the most challenging projects and enrich everyday experiences. Our award-winning projects range from designing roadways, trails, and bridges to planning statewide transportation systems, to revitalizing neighborhoods and urban spaces. At SRF, our employee-owners help shape the culture and future of our business and our communities. As a 100 percent employee-owned company, team members share in the company’s growth and prosperity and receive stock ownership on a vesting schedule for their retirement. Our culture offers frequent companywide events, clubs, and sports teams, as well as opportunities to give back to the community. SRF also provides employees with the following:

• 401(k) and company match plan, Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Competitive salaries, Paid professional certifications and memberships.
• Flex-time scheduling, Generous time-off programs, and Vacation time carry-over.
• Multiple professional development programs.

SRF’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture and success. Individual differences, life experiences, and talents drive our innovation and our approach. Everyone is welcome, differences are celebrated, and horizons are limitless.

SRF Consulting Group is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to join our growing team in Minneapolis as a Director of our Land Surveying practice. In this role, you'll lead SRF’s Land Survey practice, supporting a diverse range of projects across Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of transportation, planning, and engineering professionals.

This position is a Land Survey Group leader role for candidates experienced in leadership. You will lead group operational activities including staffing, workload balancing, utilization monitoring, and financial performance tracking to optimize profitability and resource alignment. We also offer flexibility through a hybrid work environment, with the option to work full-time in the office or split your time between the office and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the continued growth and success of SRF's survey practice.
• Assist with group leadership, staff engagement, development of strategic plans, and operational decisions.
• Lead Business development by identifying and actively pursuing project opportunities resulting in securing work.
• Make recommendations regarding company resources and employee roles.
• Lead and mentor survey staff, helping develop the next generation of survey professionals.
• Oversee and coordinate field survey operations for a variety of public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review right-of-way plats, parcel sketches, and ALTA Surveys.
• Manage survey deliverables, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Provide technical expertise and quality oversight throughout project lifecycles.
• Support construction staking operations and oversee field crew activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the State of Minnesota, Wisconsin, or North Dakota.
• Ability to obtain Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin licensure within 18 months of employment.
• Experience leading projects and mentoring technical staff.
• Strong understanding of public infrastructure, transportation, and land development projects.
• Proficiency with Trimble equipment and survey workflows.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality work.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Salary Range: $145,000 - $190,000
Compensation is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, job location, internal equity, market analysis, and specific qualifications relevant to the role.
SRF Consulting Group values diverse talent and global experience. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for new employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
SRF Consulting Group, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirative Action Employer. We cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals feel respected, acknowledged, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our diversity drives our innovation; our inclusivity drives our approach. We encourage ALL qualified people to apply. We will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of hair style or texture -race, genetic testing, military status or unfavorable discharge, citizenship or work authorization status, pregnancy, arrest/conviction and expunged or sealed convictions, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, ancestry, gender identity or expression, status about public assistance, or any other protected class.