Survey Department Manager

The Survey Department Manager plans, organizes, and directs work of the survey department engaged in surveying earth's surface to determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, contours for construction, land division and other purposes related to construction and land preparation by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Research previous survey evidence, maps, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys.
• Determines methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control.
• Keeps accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performed.
• Coordinates findings with work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with project.
• Assumes responsibility for work as it pertains to the survey department.
• Schedules survey crews according to needs of job sites.
• Assures that the survey crew personnel are properly trained. Has responsibility for performance reviews of personnel.
• Determines personnel needs and communicates with Human Resources. Assists with the recruitment process.
• Researches and recommends the purchase of computer software and survey instruments and other equipment. Is considered the resident expert in the use and care of such equipment.
• Conducts toolbox safety meetings.
• Exercises independent judgment. Assures that staking is done accurately and in a timely manner.
• Works well under pressure in order to keep jobs progressing in a timely manner.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Requires at least a high school education and up to ten years of surveying experience. Related technical school and/or licensing courses or college are a plus and may reduce the experience factor.