Survey Division Leader

AZTEC is currently seeking resumes from qualified Professional Land Surveyors to fill the Survey Division Leader role for our Phoenix, Arizona office.

Job Description

This position will oversee our day-to-day Survey team operations including topographic surveys, mapping, ROW plans production, ALTA Surveys, legal descriptions, and Geospatial. The successful candidate will work in a team environment with other teams in support of a variety of private and public works projects.

Division Leader Duties:

• Responsible for the Survey group’s organization, work schedules, resource assignments/needs, equipment maintenance/use, and the efficiency of the group to produce quality work
• Responsible for overseeing all Survey activities including topographic surveys, preparation of ALTA surveys, plats, legal descriptions, exhibits, right-of-way maps, as-builts, and other deliverables.
• Identifies needs for annual budgeting (i.e., staff, tools, software, etc.)
• Assists in the development of yearly business plans;
• Direct/review fieldwork performed for assigned projects;
• Direct/review CADD staff in the performance of assigned projects.
• Reduce field notes and check reductions and calculations made by others.
• Coordinates within the group for project resource needs, staff assignments
• Assess and assures that staff have the necessary tools to perform effectively and efficiently
• Assists and/or leads in the preparation and production of SOQs, SOWs Technical and Fee Proposals in AZ and other states.
• Ensures that staff are being utilized to their fullest extent – hit target goals for utilization
• Leads efforts to hire new and/or replacement staff specific to the discipline
• Early Identification of Opportunities - Review of technical and economic proposals
• Lead Business Development and Marketing efforts in AZ and CA
• Lead Meetings with Project Managers.
• Keeps Practice Leader informed of production status and issues

Project Manager Duties:

• Facilitates as “Project Main Point of Contact” with client and sub-consultant;
• Coordinates technical requirements with the project team;
• Manages and reviews the performance of projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality;
• Coordinates resources with the project team, as necessary
• Reviews and Provides Comments/Recommendations to Practice Leader before Final Signatures
• Reviews and Negotiates Contract Fees and sub-consultant Fees while coordinating with Practice Leader
• Monitors and Manages all Accounting reporting items such as Project AR, Unbilled Labor, and CTC.
• Utilizes CAD platforms to manage projects, produce drawings, and provide client deliverables as necessary to hit client deadlines

Job Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Arizona Registered Professional Land Surveyor in good standings. Registration in CA, NV, IN, CO, TX is a plus. CFED is also desirable.
• Minimum High school or equivalent. College-level classes are a plus.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of Survey and ROW experience
• Training with an emphasis on topographic and boundary survey, research, drafting, and mapping
• Surveying background including experience with optical instruments as well as GPS, both static and RTK
• Familiar with both Trimble and Leica field instruments and processes
• Must have experience with public agency projects (such as county, city, or state) and their ROW departments. ADOT ROW experience is a plus.
• A high degree of proficiency using CADD (AutoCAD or MicroStation) software
• Experience with coordinate geometry, transformations, scale factors, and any projections
• Have general computer skills in Microsoft Office environment including Word, Excel, Outlook. Access, Project, and PowerPoint are a plus.
• Experience in doing static GPS post-processing and some GIS
• Experience using aerial mapping & satellite photography
• Experience in applying laser scanning and drone technology to projects
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and possesses strong communication skills

Working Conditions and Environment:

This position will require general supervision and will have to use independent judgment within established guidelines. Generally, uses the advanced knowledge to analyze, interpret, or make deductions from varying facts or circumstances. Will need the ability to establish rapport quickly with others working on the same project and be able to promote a positive team environment. Working knowledge of dealing with a diverse population while using tact, diplomacy, and respect.

AZTEC Culture:

• Action oriented and flexible
• Zealous supporter of clients and teammates
• Thinking toward future and personal growth
• Equitable, inclusive, and diverse
• Collaborative comradery
  
  AZTEC Benefits:

AZTEC offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Paid-time-Off, and a 401(k) plan.

AZTEC Overview:

AZTEC Engineering Group, Inc. (AZTEC) is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and provides diversified technical and consulting services to clients in the United States. AZTEC is part of the TYPSA Group, an international consulting engineering firm with over 3,100 employees and more than 50 offices worldwide providing multidisciplinary consulting services in the fields of civil engineering, architecture, and environment. AZTEC has a diverse culture that focuses on providing rich opportunities for its employees.

AZTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action planning and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Please apply online at www.aztec.us/career.