Distribution Project Lead – Geospatial & Field Survey

Landpoint; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Landpoint in Texas is seeking a Distribution Project Manager to lead survey and geospatial efforts for electric distribution infrastructure, including overhead and underground lines, poles, and substations. You will manage projects from initiation to completion, acting as the primary liaison between utility clients, engineering firms, and internal survey teams.

The ideal candidate brings direct experience in survey or geospatial work for distribution projects and can lead multi-crew efforts with

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing survey or geospatial projects for electric distribution infrastructure.
• Experience supporting overhead and underground distribution projects (typically 4kV-35kV) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field is preferred.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensure or certification is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in project management in land surveying or a related field preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple surveying projects.
• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship management abilities.
• Knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and software tools.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey projects supporting electric distribution line design, routing, and construction.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Ensure project deliverables meet client specifications and engineering requirements.
• Serve as primary contact for utility clients and engineering firms supporting distribution design.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact for project-related matters.
• Communicate project progress, changes, and updates to clients in a clear and timely manner.
• Direct and support multiple survey crews operating across distribution corridors, poles, and substations.
• Review and validate survey data prior to delivery to engineering teams.
• Provide field survey support for make-ready engineering, including clearance, loading, and attachment point verification for new attachments.
• Monitor project budgets, expenses, and resource allocation to ensure cost-effective project execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors and specialty services when necessary.
• Oversee the execution of survey projects to ensure data accuracy, adherence to surveying standards, and the production of high-quality deliverables.
• Prepare and review survey reports, maps, and other project deliverables.
• Maintain accurate project records, including project plans, progress reports, change orders, and client communications.

Job description

Landpoint in Texas is seeking a Distribution Project Manager to lead survey and geospatial efforts for electric distribution infrastructure, including overhead and underground lines, poles, and substations. You will manage projects from initiation to completion, acting as the primary liaison between utility clients, engineering firms, and internal survey teams.

The ideal candidate brings direct experience in survey or geospatial work for distribution projects and can lead multi-crew efforts with