Job Description: Overview: This position is responsible for leading the local survey department, managing all aspects of its operations, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. This role maintains and grows client relationships, ensures compliance with regulations, and oversees departmental processes, training, and performance. The Survey Department Manager plays a strategic role in developing the department's capabilities while fostering a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities: • Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of the local survey department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. • Maintain and strengthen client relationships while identifying and acquiring new clients and projects. • Provide guidance and direction to Survey Project Managers, Project Surveyors, and Survey Technicians. • Ensure compliance with state-specific rules and regulations governing professional land surveying. • Prepare detailed proposals, including project scopes, budgets, and timelines. • Oversee project budgets and client invoicing, ensuring financial goals are met. • Review and approve the quality of drawings, legal descriptions, and other deliverables prepared by the team. • Sign and seal completed drawings, legal descriptions, and surveyor’s reports in accordance with professional standards. • Adhere to and enforce corporate QA/QC guidelines and principles. • Manage, train, and mentor department members, supporting their professional growth and technical development. • Resolve complex survey issues and provide solutions for challenging projects. • Develop and implement departmental processes and initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and client satisfaction. Qualifications: • Minimum of 15 years of experience as a licensed Professional Surveyor; license must be current and in good standing. • At least 5 years of previous supervisory experience, leading and developing survey teams. • Strong ability to prioritize tasks and make strategic decisions independently in a fast-paced production environment. • Proven ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, staff, and stakeholders. • Demonstrated ability to manage performance, provide feedback, and handle personnel matters effectively. • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels. • Dependable, reliable, and capable of overseeing multiple projects and operations simultaneously. • Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills for handling complex issues and challenges. • Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed. If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at [email protected] or call (210) 375-9000. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.