Director of Land Survey & Projects (Hybrid)

DesignForce; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Flexible hybrid work options

Job summary

DesignForce is seeking a Managing Director of Land Survey to lead the land survey department, directing technical production and cross-functional collaboration with senior leaders. You will drive strategic plans, ensure accurate survey drawings, and uphold high-quality standards for complex projects.

The role requires strong PM, teamwork and regulatory knowledge, with a focus on mentoring staff and expanding client partnerships in a flexible hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of land survey experience.
• Expertise in land survey engineering fundamentals.
• Licensed Land Surveyor (LS).
• Strong knowledge of surveying regulations and standards.
• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and PM skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of survey drawings from field data and instructions.
• Lead survey drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Direct and review the technical workflow phase.
• Enforce high-quality standards across projects.
• Prepare stakeout layouts and field staff cut sheets.
• Coordinate schedules with Land Survey and Civil teams.
• Develop client and partner relationships.
• Share subject matter expertise via trainings.

Skills

Project management

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

DesignForce is seeking a Managing Director of Land Survey to lead the land survey department, directing technical production and cross-functional collaboration with senior leaders. You will drive strategic plans, ensure accurate survey drawings, and uphold high-quality standards for complex projects.

The role requires strong PM, teamwork and regulatory knowledge, with a focus on mentoring staff and expanding client partnerships in a flexible hybrid work environment.