Lead Surveyor & Department Head — Hybrid Growth

Ascent Engineering Group; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Hybrid work

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Lead Surveyor - Department Head to oversee surveying projects with a focus on accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team of surveyors and technicians, coordinate fieldwork, and produce precise land surveys and detailed reports for clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Georgia PLS license, has 5+ years of land surveying experience (2+ in leadership), and can communicate findings to clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in surveying, Geomatics, or a related field.
• Valid Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license for Georgia
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in land surveying, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage surveying projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets
• Conduct field surveys using advanced surveying equipment and technology to gather accurate data
• Analyze survey data and prepare comprehensive reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients
• Supervise and mentor junior surveyors and technicians, providing guidance and support in their professional development
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and other stakeholders to discuss project requirements and deliverables

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in surveying, Geomatics, or a related field

Tools

GIS software

Surveying software

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Lead Surveyor - Department Head to oversee surveying projects with a focus on accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team of surveyors and technicians, coordinate fieldwork, and produce precise land surveys and detailed reports for clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Georgia PLS license, has 5+ years of land surveying experience (2+ in leadership), and can communicate findings to clients.