Geomatics Manager

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. seeks a Geomatics Survey Manager in Florida to lead a dynamic team in Orlando or Tampa.

The role emphasizes project and client management, advanced surveying, and data-driven technologies including GPS, LiDAR, UAS, and terrestrial scanning. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in Survey/Geomatics with 5+ years of PM experience, a Florida Land Surveyor license, and proficiency in Civil 3D and Trimble workflows.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing Survey/Geomatics projects, including 5+ years of client/staff/project management.
• BS in Survey Engineering or related field and licensure as a Florida Land Surveyor.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, Excel, Acrobat, and Bluebeam.
• Experience with Trimble software (Center/Access/Connect) and LiDAR/Reality Capture technologies.
• Proficiency in field and office surveying including boundary and topographic work; UAV/terrestrial scanning experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills for cross-office teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops and directs service line strategies aligning with company goals.
• Collaborates with leadership to hire, develop clients, and maintain technical excellence.
• Creates growth plans and identifies market opportunities with budgets and schedules.
• Monitors financial performance for Survey/Geomatics groups and ensures QA/QC across deliverables.
• Leads and mentors survey professionals across offices, fostering safety and accountability.
• Oversees project life cycles and deploys staff to major projects and pursuits.

Skills

Leadership

Survey tech

AutoCAD Civil 3D

LiDAR platforms

Team management

Communication

Education

BS in Survey Engineering

Licensed Land Surveyor in FL

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Trimble Access

Trimble Connect

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Bluebeam

Esri software

Job description

Geomatics Manager

Job Locations: US-FL-Orlando | US-FL-Tampa

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Geomatics Survey Manager | Orlando |Tampa

Are you an experienced Geomatics professional ready to elevate your career? VHB's dynamic Geomatics team is seeking a talented Geomatics Survey Manager to join our vibrant Southeast region, based either in Orlando or Tamp, FL. This role involves overall program/project management, leading and scaling the team for diverse projects, and employing data-driven technologies to ensure high-quality deliverables for our client. If you have a strong background in Land Surveying and Reality Capture across various applications - such as ALTA surveys, linear utility surveys, highway & transportation surveys - we want to hear from you. This role demands a cutting-edge understanding of the latest technologies in GPS, Total Station, and Reality Capture including UAS, Terrestrial Scanning and other scanning applications. Must have a demonstrated track record of successfully managing land surveying projects and clients. Join us and make a meaningful impact in the field of Geomatics!

Learn more about Geomatics at VHB: Geomatics | VHB

Responsibilities

Service Line

Develops and directs service line strategies and initiatives that support VHB's strategic plan and local business planning/strategic pursuits

• Aligns service offerings to VHB's market requirements


• Collaborate with local and regional leadership to drive key hires, client development, and technical excellence.


• Develop growth plans and identify market opportunities and strategies, such as key hires and the development of business opportunities while meeting expectations


• Monitors and maintains the financial performance of the Survey/Geomatics group

Data-Driven Technologies

• Promotes the awareness of available technologies within the Survey/Geomatics team


• Promote the use of advanced survey technologies including UAS, terrestrial scanning, LiDAR, and GPS systems


• Evaluate and implement new tools and workflows to enhance project delivery and client satisfaction


• Develops client solutions benefitting from advancements and applications of data and technologies

QA/QC Practices

• Manage full project life cycles from scoping and planning through execution and delivery


• Ensure quality control and consistency across all deliverables and processes


• Support cross-office work sharing and staff resourcing for large, complex projects


• Works with leadership groups to develop and implement consistent work processes and standards


• Works with discipline groups to develop and implement quality plans


• Reviews client and quality audit feedback and develops plans to implement best practices

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor a team of survey professionals across office, field, and remote settings


• Oversee hiring, training, performance management, and career development within the group


• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation

Project Management

• Creates project plans, identifies, and organizes resources, and successfully executes projects to completion


• Develops, monitors, and maintains project budgets, scopes, and schedules


• Promotes work sharing across offices and advises on the deployment of staff on major projects and pursuits


• Manages a team of Survey/Geomatics professionals. Carries out supervisory responsibilities, including hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; coaching and motivating; and addressing problems


• Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals


• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures

Skills and Attributes

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills with a strategic mindset


• Proficiency in survey technologies and software including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble, MicroStation, Geopak, OpenRoads Designer and LiDAR platforms


• Excellent communication skills-verbal, written, and interpersonal


• Excellent management skills with an emphasis on performance recognition and development


• Ability to strategically identify and implement innovative ideas that add value


• Proficient in a broad array of technical skills with professional mastery


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite


• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills


• Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with others


• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented


• Skills and knowledge must be commensurate with required experience and job level

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing Survey/Geomatics projects, including 5+ years of client/staff/project management


• BS in Survey Engineering, Geomatics, Geographic Information Systems, Engineering, Reality Capture, or related field


• Licensed Land Surveyor in Florida is required.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, Excell, Adobe Acrobat, and Bluebeam


• Trimble Business Center, Trimble Access, and Trimble Connect


• Proficiency in all aspects of field and office land surveying including boundary line and topographic survey as well as construction stakeout


• Experience with electronic instruments, field data collectors, GPS, robotic instruments, remote sensing technologies such as UAV's and terrestrial scanning, LiDAR processing software (Leica Cyclone and global mapper) is preferred


• Experience with ESRI software is a plus

The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in Florida, is $125,000 to $145,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact


• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success


• Support to grow your skills and lead through change


• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI


• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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