Shape the Future with DLZ! At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest. Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact. DLZ Corporation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and grow our Industrial Survey and Metrology operations supporting existing and new clients across. This role manages complex field projects in heavy industrial environments—steel, aluminum, oil & gas, rubber, paper, manufacturing, and power generation—with a focus on construction survey, high-definition laser scanning, and precision alignment services. What We Need: A hands-on Project Manager who can run and grow our industrial metrology, precision alignment, and construction survey work. Someone who thrives in steel mills and heavy industrial environments, understands metrology technology, and can manage clients, crews, and complex technical projects from start to finish. What to Expect: You’ll lead high impact field projects involving laser tracker alignment, 3D laser scanning, optical alignment, and construction layout for major industrial clients in steel, aluminum, oil & gas, rubber, paper, manufacturing, and power. You will be the primary point of contact for clients, direct field crews, ensure QA/QC, and help expand DLZ’s industrial metrology presence. Duties & Responsibilities: • Lead and manage industrial metrology and survey projects, including: • Laser Tracker Alignment • High Definition 3D Laser Scanning • Precision Optical Alignment • Construction Layout, Control, and As Builts • Serve as the primary client-facing project lead, overseeing communication, expectations, change management, and deliverables. • Develop complete project scopes, schedules, budgets, risk plans, and close-out documentation. • Oversee and enforce QA/QC on all measurement, alignment, and survey deliverables. • Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, and project execution plans for industrial metrology/survey work. • Coordinate and dispatch field crews, instrumentation, and support resources for projects. • Conduct field audits to ensure adherence to DLZ safety protocols and industry best practices. • Support and mentor technicians through plan reviews, data validation, and quality assurance processes. • Maintain and expand DLZ’s presence with key industrial clients; proactively pursue new opportunities in the market. • Perform additional duties as needed to support growing operations. Job Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field; equivalent industry experience considered. • 2+ years leading industrial survey, precision alignment, or metrology projects. • Proficiency with industry technologies such as: • FARO & Leica Laser Trackers, Leica 3D Laser Scanners, Rotalign Systems, Spatial Analyzer, PolyWorks, • AutoCAD/Civil 3D. • Strong project management, communication, and client-relations skills. • Willingness and ability to travel to steel mills, manufacturing facilities, and heavy industrial sites. • Experience in industrial alignment and/or plant environments strongly preferred. Investing in Your Future: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth: • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Flexible spending accounts & health savings account • 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth) • Paid parental leave • Life & AD&D insurance • Short- and long-term disability • Wellness program with reimbursement benefits Our Commitment to Inclusion At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws. #LI-DM1