Survey Field Manager

Schneider Geomatics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Medical & Vision coverage

401K with company match

Life & Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

On-site fitness facility

Adoption assistance

PTO + 8 holidays

Job summary

Schneider Geomatics in Indianapolis, IN seeks an experienced Survey Field Manager to lead Development Services field operations, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to high quality standards. This leadership role oversees field personnel, equipment, scheduling, safety, and data quality while partnering with Project Managers and company leadership.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Surveying or related field, 5+ years of surveying experience, and a PLS license

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Surveying or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years surveying experience; leadership preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, and modern survey equipment.
• Proficiency with Trimble Business Center (TBC), Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office.
• PLS license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise survey field staff.
• Manage daily field schedules, personnel, equipment, and resources.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure quality field data and documentation.
• Support project planning, staffing, and budget management.
• Oversee survey equipment, fleet, and field technology.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA and company compliance.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop field employees.
• Drive continuous improvement in field operations and processes.

Skills

Survey leadership

GPS/GNSS

Robotic total stations

Field safety

Mentoring

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Surveying or related field

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schneider Geomatics is made up of the smartest, most talented people we can find. Because that’s what makes this company successful. Cutting edge technology and the latest equipment is good to have, but it is nothing without people who know how to solve problems and work together.

Having the right person in the right position is incredibly important. That is why we are constantly promoting from within, giving our employees the opportunity to grow into new roles with more responsibility. We believe if you hire the right people at the beginning, you’ll never have to look farther than your own backyard to find the next leader.

Work with the Best

If you’re considering a career with Schneider, then you should know we treat the quality of our jobs and our relationships with our clients seriously. That’s the only way you stay successful for 50+ years,

A Few of Our Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-site Fitness Facility
• Adoption Assistance
• Paid Time Off Program and 8 Holidays

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Position:Survey Field Manager

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Job Id:243

# of Openings:1

Survey Field Manager

We are seeking an experienced Survey Field Manager to lead our Development Services survey field operations and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. This leadership role oversees field personnel, equipment, scheduling, safety, and quality while partnering with Project Managers and company leadership to deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise survey field staff.
• Manage daily field schedules, personnel, equipment, and resources.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure quality field data and documentation.
• Support project planning, staffing, and budget management.
• Oversee survey equipment, fleet, and field technology.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA and company compliance.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop field employees.
• Drive continuous improvement in field operations and processes.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of surveying experience; leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, and modern survey equipment.
• Proficiency with Trimble Business Center (TBC), Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred.

This full-time position combines office and field responsibilities with regular travel to project sites and occasional overnight travel. Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions.

If you're a motivated leader who is committed to safety, quality, and developing high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.

The culture here at Schneider Geomatics is a special one. We’re fortunate that we have a team that doesn’t just work well together, but actually enjoys being together. We offer events throughout the year that give our employees, and their families, the chance to get to know one another outside of the confines of an office to have some fun.