Director, Survey

Bowman Consulting; Reno (NV); Presencial; USD 96 000 - 122 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Resumo da oferta

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. in Reno, NV seeks a Director, Survey to lead the surveying function and drive project delivery. This role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and client development across complex land surveying engagements.

The position emphasizes strategic direction, staffing, and quality control while ensuring profitability and adherence to schedules. Competitive benefits accompany a robust compensation range.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying or related field preferred.
• Professional Land Surveying registration.
• 10+ years of land surveying experience, with at least 2 years in PM.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson.
• Must be licensed surveyor in the relevant state.
• Experience managing a Survey Department preferred.
• Strong surveying business acumen and BD interest.
• Strong local jurisdictional knowledge for plat preparation.

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership and direction to the surveying team and ensure high-quality output.
• Develop strategy, budgeting, staffing, and deliverables for the department.
• Market Bowman capabilities to win new clients and strengthen existing relationships.
• Oversee all surveying activities, review changes, and manage budgets.
• Define project scope, schedule, and monitor progress toward deadlines.
• Review cost sheets and ensure projects stay within budget.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Project management

Business development

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson

Budgeting

Client relations

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Professional LS registration

Ferramentas

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Director, Survey to join our team in Reno, NV.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Oversee the surveying function of assigned business unit.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Manage people and processes to ensure effective execution. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
• Provide oversight and direction of department or business unit including strategy, budgeting, staff, and deliverables.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Coordinate with other internal departments to meet project requirements.
• Serve as technical advisor by providing senior level input and evaluation on projects.

Do the Work

• Meet with prospective clients, prepare proposals, and establish budgets and schedules.
• Maintain close liaison with clients to resolve all project questions, such as, but not limited to, technical requirements, completion requirements and billing inquiries.
• Oversee all surveying activities, including review of all project changes, pending or anticipated alterations to the contract, additional work requests, and all other factors, which may significantly affect staffing requirements or budget.
• Supervise work of all survey project personnel to ensure it meets the highest professional standards.
• Coordinate with other internal departments to meet project requirements.
• Define the scope of multiple, complex projects and develop plan to accomplish land survey projects. Monitor progress toward deliverable schedules.
• Compile project status reports.
• Review job cost sheets/prepare monthly billings. Ensure assigned projects stay within budget allocation.
• Collect outstanding monies due from assigned clients.
• Participate in and formulate marketing presentations and attend marketing meetings.
• Secure repeat business from existing clients and identifying new clients.
• Supervise the work of Project Managers when needed.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying or related field preferred.
• Professional Land Surveying registration.
• Ten or more (10+) years of land surveying or related land development experience to include a minimum of two (2) years project management experience.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson principles.
• Must be licensed surveyor in relevant state.
• Experience managing a Survey Department is preferred.
• Strong Survey Business Acumen - Prepare Proposals, RFP responses, Desire to pursue Business Development - Survey Accounting - Includes billing, project reports and collections.
• Strong Local Jurisdictional Knowledge for Plat preparation and approval.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $96,000 - $122,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Policy

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.