Lead Project Survey & 3D Mapping Specialist

KCI; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Training and mentoring

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Project Survey Lead to manage traditional and advanced surveying projects across DOT surveys, ALTA maps, and 3D LiDAR workflows. You will mentor teams, ensure data integrity, and deliver accurate boundary and topographic surveys on schedule.

Join a 100% employee-owned firm with a culture of innovation, training, and career growth, dedicated to high-quality, compliant surveying services nationwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Extensive experience in survey mapping, 3D modeling, and field data acquisition.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to mentor staff.
• Proficiency in CADD software and survey-related tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication across multidisciplinary teams.
• In-depth knowledge of survey methodologies, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead traditional surveys including field data acquisition and map creation.
• Oversee 3D mapping projects using LiDAR and photogrammetry.
• Coordinate work across disciplines and integrate survey data into plans.
• Perform and oversee drafting/CADD work to specifications.
• Mentor staff and provide professional development guidance.
• Ensure ISO compliance and manage budgets and utilization targets.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team mentoring

Analytical thinking

Communication

Coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

CADD software

Survey tools

Job description

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Project Survey Lead to manage traditional and advanced surveying projects across DOT surveys, ALTA maps, and 3D LiDAR workflows. You will mentor teams, ensure data integrity, and deliver accurate boundary and topographic surveys on schedule.

Join a 100% employee-owned firm with a culture of innovation, training, and career growth, dedicated to high-quality, compliant surveying services nationwide.