What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Manager position at civilscience?
Civil Science is actively seeking a qualified Survey Manager to lead and direct our ongoing survey program and survey staff. This unique career opportunity is based in our Williston, North Dakota office and will support activities in other North Dakota locations including Dickinson and Bismarck. The qualified candidate will oversee a wide variety of planning, design, and construction surveying projects primarily focused on Department of Transportation type work.
Requirements
- Must currently hold a Professional Land Surveying License. If not already licensed in North Dakota, must have the ability to gain licensing in North Dakota through reciprocity within three months of start date
- Minimum 5 years of recent projects that would preferably include elements of the following:
- Highway/DOT Design Surveys in accordance with NDDOT standards
- Highway/DOT Construction Staking experience including roadway, structures, and utilities
- Utility location and staking experience
- Familiarity with Public Lands Survey System
- Complete familiarity with RTK and Static GPS Survey Technologies
- Complete Familiarity in the use of Robotic Total Stations
- Familiarity with High Definition Scanning
- Proven ability to lead staff, think critically and provide support to multiple teams simultaneously
- Previous experience with project management including project development / marketing is a plus
Why Join Civil Science?
- Ownership in Your Future: At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.
- Room to Grow: Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.
- Work-Life Harmony: Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.
- Comprehensive Benefits (Fulltime Employees): Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.
About Civil Science
Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.
At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee-owner, you’ll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you’re ready to join a firm that’s shaping the future of civil engineering, we’d love to have you on our team!
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