Survey Geographic Discipline Leader

Colliers Engineering & Design; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off including parental and military leave

401(k) matching

Professional license bonuses

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Columbia, SC is seeking a Geographic Discipline Lead to manage surveying operations and technical projects. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Surveying/Geospatial, South Carolina PLS licensure, and over 10 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will supervise teams, develop new business, and ensure quality project delivery while maintaining client relations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years Surveying/Geospatial experience.
• South Carolina PLS licensure required.
• Must possess strong leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary technical liaison on projects.
• Manage day-to-day Land Surveying Operations.
• Oversee Survey Crews and CAD team.

Skills

Surveying expertise

Geospatial knowledge

Client communication

New business development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Surveying / Geospatial

Tools

Trimble Business Center

AutoCad Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Geographic Discipline Lead with a PLS in our Columbia, SC Survey Operation. The GDL is responsible for the professional, technical, management, marketing, administrative and financial aspects of Department. Represents firm as expert in the specific Department field. Manages the Department in order to provide cost effective services to various Department Managers, Project Managers, staff and other employees in a manner which produces an adequate profit for the Company.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical liaison between project manager and staff on assigned projects and manage completion of technical elements on projects. Assist with project manager\'s efforts to prepare for and/or attend client/agency meetings with, or for PM\'s to present information pertinent to the project.

Manage day-to-day Land Surveying Operation including:

• Client Communication (internal and external).
• Project Proposal Preparation & Invoicing.
• Overseeing 2 or more Survey Crews and an office CAD team.
• Trimble/Leica Survey Data Processing, Base Mapping and Plan Development.
• New Business Development combining existing clients with Colliers\'s diverse Land Survey & Measurement Service lines which include: Right-of-Way Surveys/mapping, mobile and tripod based Laser Scanning, GPS and Conventional Surveys & Subsurface Utility.

Engineering Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide Feedback to your staff.
• Provide performance goals for your staff.
• Meet with you staff to provide feedback and review job performance.
• Supervise and review reports/findings, plans, specifications, cost estimates, permits, and other contract documents.
• Manage and review project schedules, budgets and QC/QA plans.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in Surveying / Geospatial preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years Surveying/Geospatial.
• Licensure/Certifications: South Carolina PLS required.
• Must be able to generate revenue through existing client base and new business development.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Familiar with the survey workflows associated with the following software:

• Trimble Business Center.
• AutoCad Civil 3D.
• MicroStation.
• Bentley Open Roads Designer Experience a plus.
• Leica Cyclone a plus.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That\'s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women\'s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!