Director of Survey

ESP Associates, Inc.; Florida; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with yearly/绩

401(k) with employer match

PTO & 10 paid holidays

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Health, Vision & Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Education Reimbursement

Flexible Benefits Plan

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Pickett, an ESP Associates company, is seeking a Director of Survey to oversee all aspects of the surveying division and deliver high-quality, compliant results for clients across the US and Caribbean. This hybrid role requires strong leadership, business development, and project-management skills.

You will guide teams, coordinate with engineering and geospatial groups, ensure timelines and budgets are met, and build lasting client relationships while advancing safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or equivalent in a survey/civil environment.
• 10+ years of land surveying experience with at least 5 years in leadership or management.
• Professional Surveyor and Mapper license (PSM or PLS) is required.
• Experience with utility clients is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations related to surveying and mapping.
• Proficiency with GPS, Total Station, LiDAR, and GIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the survey department, ensuring efficient project execution.
• Provide technical direction, guidance, and support to survey managers and office staff.
• Develop and implement processes to improve survey quality and efficiency.
• Foster a positive team environment with a focus on safety, performance, and client satisfaction.
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of surveying projects meeting specifications and standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, geospatial, and other departments for seamless data integration.
• Ensure timelines, budgets, and quality control are maintained.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with business development to expand surveying services across markets.
• Serve as primary contact for key clients and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain records and documentation of survey projects; oversee QC of data.
• Stay updated with surveying technologies and implement innovations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

GPS

Total Station

LiDAR

GIS systems

Job description

Pickett,an ESP Associates company, isa highly innovative surveying and engineering company with over 60 years of industry experience serving clients throughout the US and Caribbean.

At Pickett, we use the acronym S.O.L.V.E. to define our core values that include: Safety first, Outstanding service, Lasting relationships, Valued teamwork and Engaged culture.

“We solve the problems that matter”and we are always looking to add passionate, motivated, and qualified individuals to our rapidly expanding team.

About The Role:

Workplace Type: Hybrid

About Us:

Pickett,an ESP Associates company, isa highly innovative surveying and engineering company with over 60 years of industry experience serving clients throughout the US and Caribbean.

At Pickett, we use the acronym S.O.L.V.E. to define our core values that include: Safety first, Outstanding service, Lasting relationships, Valued teamwork and Engaged culture.

“We solve the problems that matter”and we are always looking to add passionate, motivated, and qualified individuals to our rapidly expanding team.

Director of Survey

As the Director of Survey, you will oversee all aspects of our surveying division, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and quality in the delivery of surveying services to our clients.

This position requires a deep understanding of the surveying industry, as well as strong leadership, business development, and project management skills.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead and manage the survey department, ensuring efficient execution of projects
• Provide technical direction, guidance, and support to survey managers and office staff
• Develop and implement processes to improve the quality and efficiency of survey operations
• Foster a positive team environment with a focus on safety, performance, and client satisfaction
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all surveying projects, ensuring they meet client specifications and industry standards
• Coordinate with engineering, geospatial, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of survey data into broader project workflows
• Ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets while maintaining quality control
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction with services and identifying opportunities for additional business
• Collaborate with the business development team to expand the company’s surveying services within various markets
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients
• Ensure all surveying activities comply with state, local, and federal regulations, as well as industry best practices
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all survey projects
• Oversee quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of survey data
• Stay up-to-date with the latest surveying technologies, methods, and equipment
• Implement innovative tools and techniques to improve the precision and efficiency of survey operations, including geospatial technologies
• Conduct regular meetings with management to ensure the team is staying on top of project timelines and deliverables, review and reinforce safety protocols, and address any challenges, resource needs, or opportunities for improvement

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or equivalent work experience in survey or civil engineering environment(required)
• 10+ years of experience in land surveying, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role (required)
• Professional Surveyor and Mapper license (PSM or PLS) (required)
• Experience working with utility clients (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations related to surveying and mapping
• Proficiency with modern surveying equipment and software, including GPS, Total Station, LiDAR, and GIS systems
• Ability to work in a safe manner and obey safety regulations at all times
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Must have the ability to work under pressure and meet fixed deadlines on a timely basis
• Ability to travel as needed
• Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy

So Why Join Us?

You will have the opportunity to learn, grow and directly contribute to our business. You will also have a very visible and tangible impact by solving real world problems.

You will contribute significantly to the growth and development of our company while also continuing to be challenged and inspired along the way!

Pickett offers an excellent employee benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
• VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
• Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Opportunities
• Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
• Referral Bonuses