What We Offer:
Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.
Position Description:
Wade Trim is seeking an experienced Survey Manager to lead our Advanced Mapping & Geospatial operations across multiple states. This role manages a team of 10+ survey professionals delivering LiDAR, UAV, 3D scanning, and traditional survey services with a strong emphasis on energy sector clients and cutting-edge geospatial technology applications. The ideal candidate combines strong technical survey expertise with proven leadership capabilities and a passion for advancing digital twin technology, drone operations, and point cloud data extraction methodologies. We recognize exceptional candidates may bring deep expertise in some areas while having growth opportunity in others. If you have strong surveying leadership experience and are passionate about technology advancement, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and mentor a team of 10+ professionals across multi-state operations
Build and develop team capabilities around advanced geospatial technologies
Foster collaborative culture and cross-office coordination
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching
Recruit and develop talent to support geographic and technical growth
Advanced Technology Leadership
Drive adoption and advancement of digital twin methodologies
Expand UAV/drone operations and applications across project types
Lead point cloud data extraction, processing, and deliverable development
Integrate LiDAR and 3D scanning workflows with client deliverables
Position Wade Trim as a technology leader in geospatial services
Technical Oversight & Quality Control
Verify survey methods, calculations, and deliverables meet professional standards
Review complex boundary analyses, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and construction staking
Establish and maintain quality standards across multi-state operations
Protect professional accuracy and compliance with state-specific requirements
Project Management & Operations
Oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
Coordinate multi-state survey operations and field crew deployment
Manage resource allocation and utilization across multi-office operations
Verify compliance with state-specific regulations and standards (including PHMSA pipeline requirements)
Monitor project profitability and operational efficiency
Business Development & Strategic Growth
Support proposal development, project estimating, and technical presentations
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and project managers
Identify market opportunities in energy, geospatial, and infrastructure sectors
Contribute to strategic planning for technology advancement and service expansion
Advance competitive positioning through innovative geospatial solutions
Safety & Compliance
Verify adherence to safety protocols for field operations and UAV operations
Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements across jurisdictions
Support professional development and continuing education
Protect professional liability through quality management systems
Education & Licensure:
Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field
Professional Land Surveyor (PLS/PS) license in any state (Pennsylvania, Ohio and/or Michigan strongly preferred)
Ability to obtain licensure in multiple states
Skills/Experience:
Minimum 8-10 years professional surveying experience
Minimum 3-5 years in leadership or management role
Multi-state project experience
Experience managing teams of 5+ professionals
Demonstrated experience with advanced geospatial technologies (LiDAR, UAV)
Leadership & Communication
Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain technical teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Client relationship management experience
Collaborative approach to cross-functional project teams
Knowledge of boundary law, ALTA/NSPS standards, and construction surveying
Proficiency with survey equipment and software (Trimble, AutoCAD Civil 3D, etc.)
Strong understanding of LiDAR, UAV, and 3D scanning applications
Point cloud data processing and extraction capabilities
GIS and geospatial data management experience
Digital twin methodology knowledge or demonstrated ability to learn
