Seeking a skilled and motivated Land Surveyor / Project Manager to join our growing team. We are particularly interested in candidates who are Licensed Manitoba Land Surveyors and those who may hold or be willing to obtain Saskatchewan and other provincial or U.S. licenses. This position is based out of Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, or Headingley.
We welcome licensed land surveyors willing to obtain additional certifications in the Eastern U.S. and across Canadian provinces. We covers all related licensing costs, and flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options, may be available based on individual circumstances.
In this role, you will oversee professional survey work in your licensed jurisdictions and may have opportunities to contribute to our LiDAR and UAV service lines, depending on your interests.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage all aspects of project execution, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
- Establish and maintain clear communication protocols, including:
- Identifying key decision-makers from company and the client.
- Managing change requests and approvals.
- Defining procedures for information dissemination.
- Implementing systematic processes for project data and reporting.
- Oversee project financials, set up cost controls, and conduct periodic risk reviews.
- Coordinate with company personnel to understand and address project requirements, including scheduling, costs, technical needs, and logistics.
- Supervise and manage subcontractors performing Geomatics work on projects.
- Organize shift schedules, accommodations, and mobilization for field staff unless delegated to a Field Coordinator.
- Participate in division-level meetings to coordinate crew allocations across projects.
- Contribute to division management by engaging in workload planning and team development initiatives.
- Provide clear instructions and supervision to project teams, ensuring compliance with project-specific processes and procedures.
- Actively oversee project staff, addressing questions, reviewing work quality, and providing guidance on equipment operations and workflows.
- Ensure all project charges, including time entries, subcontractor invoices, and supply costs, are accurate and properly recorded.
- Complete all required project reporting, which may include Plan of the Day updates and other documentation.
- Enforce and uphold all safety policies relevant to project work, ensuring compliance among project staff.
- Verify completion of site-specific and daily safety reporting, developing safety plans where necessary.
- Address project-specific safety concerns and communicate them effectively to staff.
- Actively participate in fostering a safe workplace, attending and contributing to all safety meetings.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Professional licensure in good standing
- Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or Civil Engineering
- 5 years of experience as a Project Manager
- Safety tickets are an asset
- Valid Driver's License
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Very strong communication skills and English proficiency
- Good computer skills with knowledge of Excel, Outlook and equipment specific software
- Strong supervisory skills
- Strong Organizational skills
- Demonstrated skills and knowledge of the type of project that is being worked on
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity