Senior Survey Department Lead - Manage and Grow Projects

Pape-Dawson

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Pape-Dawson is seeking a Survey Department Manager in Austin, Texas. This leadership role involves managing the survey department’s operations, ensuring quality deliverables, and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate has a strong background in professional surveying, with over 15 years of experience and at least 5 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities include leading teams, ensuring compliance with surveying regulations, and overseeing project budgets. This position offers an opportunity to shape the department's strategic direction and enhance team performance.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 15 years as a licensed Professional Surveyor; current and in good standing.
  • At least 5 years of supervisory experience in leading survey teams.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions independently.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the local survey department to align with organizational goals.
  • Strengthen client relationships and acquire new projects.
  • Guide Survey Project Managers and Survey Technicians.
  • Ensure compliance with state surveying regulations.
  • Prepare proposals with project scopes and budgets.

Skills

Leadership
Client relationship management
Strategic decision-making
Performance management
Problem-solving
Communication

Education

Licensed Professional Surveyor

Job description

Pape-Dawson is seeking a Survey Department Manager in Austin, Texas. This leadership role involves managing the survey department’s operations, ensuring quality deliverables, and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate has a strong background in professional surveying, with over 15 years of experience and at least 5 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities include leading teams, ensuring compliance with surveying regulations, and overseeing project budgets. This position offers an opportunity to shape the department's strategic direction and enhance team performance.

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