Posted 8 months ago

Survey Manager - #2826.34

ColumbusOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Survey Manager leads multi-state advanced geospatial operations, mentors a 10+ person team, and drives digital twin, LiDAR/UAV workflows and deliverables for energy sector projects.

About this role

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

Skills

3D ScanningALTA/NSPS StandardsAutodesk Civil 3DBoundary AnalysesBoundary LawClient Relationship ManagementDeliverable DevelopmentDigital Twin MethodologyDrone OperationsGeospatial TechnologiesGISLiDARPHMSA Pipeline RequirementsPoint Cloud Data ProcessingProject ManagementSurvey MethodsTeam LeadershipTrimble EquipmentUAVUAV Applications