Director of Survey

Halff Associates, Inc.; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance

401(k) plans

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Halff Associates, Inc. is seeking a Director of Survey Practice to lead and grow our Survey Practice from our South Texas offices. The successful candidate will oversee survey operations, drive business development, and provide technical leadership. With at least 10 years of experience in the field and an RPLS certification in Texas, you will manage complex projects and mentor teams. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid time off. Join us to ensure high-quality survey delivery and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in land surveying or a related field.
• Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) in Texas.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams on large, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multiple surveying teams through Team Leaders and Senior Team Leaders.
• Oversee financial performance, staffing, scheduling, quality control, and workshare across survey teams.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on complex surveying projects.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Client Management

Survey Operations

Project Financials

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree

Job description

Director, Survey Practice

Halff has an immediate opening for a Director of Survey for our South Texas offices. This is a leadership position and will collaborate with Survey Team Leaders out of our Texas (TX) offices.

We are seeking a seasoned Director to lead and grow our Survey Practice, providing direction and support to multiple teams across one or more offices. This role is a key leadership position, bridging operations, technical excellence, and business growth while ensuring high-quality survey delivery and strong client relationships.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support multiple surveying teams through Team Leaders and Senior Team Leaders
• Balance operational leadership with strategic growth, sales, and client development
• Oversee financial performance, staffing, scheduling, quality control, and workshare across survey teams
• Provide technical leadership in surveying, ensuring adherence to QA/QC standards and best practices
• Drive regional and local growth initiatives within land surveying, geomatics, and related services
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on complex and high‑profile surveying projects
• Mentor and develop senior survey staff, supporting performance, career growth, and retention
• Collaborate closely with operations managers, practice leaders, and HR on staffing, hiring, and resource planning

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in land surveying or a related field
• Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) in Texas and ability to obtain other states.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams on large, complex projects
• Strong understanding of survey operations, project financials, and resource management
• Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and regional pursuits
• Ability to align technical excellence with strategic and operational objectives

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.