Survey Manager jobs in Lexington, KY

The Survey Manager job shall require all of the following duties be performed, but is not limited to those listed below: 

Qualifications shall consist of previous pipeline survey experience as a Survey Manager or Supervisor, be familiar with pipeline construction practices, and be proficient with the utilization of GPS electronic survey data collection units and conventional survey equipment.

In directing the survey effort, the Survey Manager shall report directly to the Survey Project Director or (project specific named person) for pipeline survey related matters and the responsible professional land surveyor for boundary related issues. 

Survey Manager’s typical duties and responsibilities can include overseeing the Survey Department and the following duties:

• Meets daily with Crew Chiefs to discuss current projects, problems that need addressing, and then assigns work load.
• Reviews completed projects with individual Crew Chiefs.
• Prioritizes and assigns survey requests as they are received.
• Performs detailed evaluation of completed projects and returns to Project Manager.
• Interprets field notes to determine if more information is required to complete project.
• Researches Survey Department records to collect project information.
• Final review of daily survey requests to determine and assign next day’s work load.
• Reviews time sheets for accuracy and signs off on.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training Survey Crew Staff. Lays off/dismisses staff when applicable.
• Handles personnel issues and is responsible for corrective action procedures.
• Ability to produce project price quotes to clients.
• Occasional work in the field to perform topo or staking tasks. This includes periods of standing, walking, and carrying equipment on uneven surfaces outside and away from regular office location. Equipment may weigh up to 50 lbs. May be required to use basic tools like a hammer or shovel while staking.
• Manage fleet vehicles in Kentucky office
• Manage and distribute survey equipment to party chiefs
• Distribute safety equipment to field crews
• Other duties as assigned.

The Survey Manager shall possess the necessary computer skills to download data collectors (Trimble TSC2) using the Trimble Geomatics office suite and the Trimble Pathfinder office suite, review and provide a quality control function on said data.

The Survey Manager shall possess average computer skills in order to facilitate data transfer, progress reporting and electronic timekeeping.

The Survey Manager shall possess the computer skills to examine directories, copy files, etc. and possess the experience and expertise of downloading survey and related software packages.  Candidates must also possess proficient skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access.  A proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred for this position.  The Survey Manager shall possess a detailed knowledge and expertise of the various GPS equipment.  This individual will oversee transmittal of notes and data and must be able to coordinate with Survey Techs to ensure the completion and integrity of the survey.

The Survey Manager shall possess a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, shall be required to pass DOT mandated Operator Qualifications (OQ), shall be required to take and pass DOT mandated drug testing and subsequent random testing as required.

The Survey Manager shall adhere to and follow any and all of EnSiteUSA safety requirements, safety requirements of the client and individual project, follow any and all environmental requirements of the client and specific project requirements.

The above job duties will require the Survey Manager to be available for travel and working at project sites when necessary. The Survey Manager is required to be physically able to traverse creeks and steep slopes, climb fences, walk long distances and work outdoors in various weather and topographic conditions for long periods of time. This job may require occasional travel outdoors.

A majority of this role is performed in office five days per week.

The Survey Manager shall take the necessary steps to ensure a safe working environment for the office and field personnel under their supervision and is to stop work when safety is jeopardized until it is secured again.

Requirements include but are not limited to the following: 

• Minimum two year degree in Civil Engineering/Surveying and/or minimum six years field experience in Civil Engineering/Surveying.
• Must keep current on new Survey equipment and software.
• Basic Supervisory experience.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in highly stressful conditions.

*This position is on-site and located in Lexington, KY. No relocation available at this time. 

Please note, we are not accepting inquiries or candidates from third party staffing agencies at this time. 

EnSiteUSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.