Survey Project Manager

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Survey Project Manager to supervise staff and guide the technical and managerial direction of projects, including scope, schedule, quality, and budget. You will prepare work plans, monitor budgets, and ensure QA/QC while coordinating proposals and business development efforts.

The role requires 8-10+ years in land surveying, a valid driver’s license, and proficiency with Trimble and AutoCAD tools.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years in land surveying or related field.
• Experience managing construction staking projects and crews.
• Proficient with Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work plans and labor budgets for approval.
• Monitor schedules and budgets to satisfy clients and control productivity.
• Prepare engineering designs and data for project completion.
• Coordinate As-built submittals for clients at project end.
• Oversee quality control/quality assurance on projects.
• Mentor junior staff in technical and business practices.
• Adhere to Health and Safety SOPs.

Skills

Surveying

Project management

Budgeting

Team leadership

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in surveying/engineering

Professional licensure in surveying (preferred)

Tools

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Survey Project Manager to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. This role will manage, direct, and supervise the work efforts of assigned staff and coordinate the technical and managerial direction provided by Management regarding scope, schedule, quality and budget of projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare effective work plans and labor budgets for approval by the Department Manager.
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client and control work and productivity.
• Prepare advanced engineering designs and/or technical data for completion and accuracy.
• Coordinate/Prepare As-built submittals for the client at the end of each project.
• Responsible for the quality control/quality assurance process on all assigned projects.
• Oversee the work and productivity of assigned projects.
• Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
• Work under short deadlines to meet construction demands
• Participates in formulating and coordinating proposals and provides other Marketing support, including Business Development.
• Identify the project team, work packages and tasks, evaluation methods, productivity targets, schedule of deliverables, and manpower needed on projects.
• Hold team meetings to ensure procedures governing project review and approval are followed prior to submitting completed work.
• Negotiate with clients on scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisors' approval.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the project to ensure high utilization rates (i.e., Project team meetings).
• Review monthly labor and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-determined goal.
• Ensure everyone involved is working in accordance with all project planning and profit control procedures.
• Ensure that all scope revisions affecting the project schedule and/or budget are discussed with the client. Ensure the client approves all out-of-scope work and associated fees before performing the services.
• Solicit help and involvement from Department Managers and other managers to troubleshoot technical problems.
• Works efficiently with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit bills to clients. Follows up with clients for timely payments.
• Mentor junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
• Adhere to the Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years in land surveying or related field.
• Prior experience managing construction staking projects and crews.
• Has experience in (or understanding of) the construction industry and can redirect efforts as needed to meet the client's demands.
• Professional licensure in related field is preferred but notrequired.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficient with Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation (as applicable).
• Demonstrate general computer skills, knowledge and acumen (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to learn and apply technical skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrate extensive, diversified, and complex knowledge of survey/engineering concepts, theories, principles and practices.
• Demonstrate advanced investigative, analytical, and research skills.
• Coordinates the work activities for multiple functions to ensure satisfying delivery. Responsible for all aspects of the project lifecycle: planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery.
• Ability to effectively perform as a key team leader (demonstrate collaboration and respect for others; contribute; lead by example, etc.).
• Demonstrate advanced technical and non-technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to comprehend written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
• Tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators and prepares reports to senior management.
• Assists with selecting, negotiating, and managing all activities regarding external clients.

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!

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