Senior Surveying Leader – Hybrid, Mentorship & Growth

Spotlock; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid holidays and PTO

Flexible and hybrid working

Professional development, licensing

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Spotlock in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Land Surveyor to lead our surveying operations as a department head. The role combines project leadership, client development, and team mentoring to shape the future of our surveying practice.

You will oversee field and office teams, manage budgets and schedules, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with engineering colleagues on multidisciplinary projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or a related discipline.
• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Georgia.
• 10+ years of professional land surveying experience with leadership/supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee surveying operations, including project management, personnel coordination, and resource allocation.
• Manage surveying projects from planning through delivery, ensuring quality, profitability, and schedules/budgets.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development for surveyors and field personnel.
• Oversee field and office operations to ensure accurate data collection and survey deliverables.
• Review and certify survey plans, plats, and descriptions in line with state regulations.
• Establish and maintain technical standards, QC procedures, and best practices across surveying operations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and industry partners.
• Participate in proposal development, project budgeting, and business development initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and expand services.
• Collaborate with leadership for multidisciplinary projects and organizational objectives.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Client relations

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Surveying/Geomatics

Tools

GIS platforms

Surveying software

Data collection technologies

Job description

Spotlock in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Land Surveyor to lead our surveying operations as a department head. The role combines project leadership, client development, and team mentoring to shape the future of our surveying practice.

You will oversee field and office teams, manage budgets and schedules, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with engineering colleagues on multidisciplinary projects.