Sector Leader - VP of Land Services (Survey)

Apex Engineering Group•Minnetonka, MN

1d•$145 - $165

About The Position

This senior-level position is responsible for maintaining and developing Apex’s Land Surveying services for its internal sectors and public and private clients. The Land Services Sector Leader will manage and grow surveying services in the North Dakota and Minnesota regional markets where Apex operates, as well as pursue expansion into other strategic markets aligned with company plans. The role develops and executes short- and long-term revenue goals, monitors sector performance and project budgets, hires key staff, and pursues new projects and client opportunities. The position initially reports directly to Apex’s CEO and is expected to report to the Chief Development Officer in the future. It includes in-person meetings with surveying, business development, and operations personnel, as well as representing and promoting the company through industry-specific professional organizations. Travel and overnight stays may be required, and the position may frequently involve workweeks exceeding 40 hours. The role requires extensive land surveying experience and leadership capability, including technical mentorship of crew chiefs and survey department managers and oversight of contract development, project profitability, and risk management. The leader will develop business and staffing plans, collaborate with other market leaders, maintain strategic partnerships, and contribute to sector and company strategy, operations, and growth. A two-year associate degree in Land Surveying Technology or a bachelor’s degree in a related field is considered a plus, alongside 15 or more years of land surveying experience and at least five years of supervisory or project management responsibilities. Active Professional Land Surveying licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota is preferred, or the ability to obtain the appropriate license(s) within six months of hire. The position requires a strong background in boundary, geodetic, construction, and topographic surveying; legal-description research and writing; and advanced proficiency with relevant surveying and mapping software and equipment. The employee must be able to work independently and collaboratively, communicate effectively, follow company policies and safety requirements, and perform duties ethically and attentively. Physical requirements include computer work in normal office conditions, lifting and moving items up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, and possible prolonged standing and walking. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. The position is based in one of several listed offices in North Dakota or Minnesota. The salary base pay range is $145,000–$165,000, with actual base pay depending on experience, education, licensure, location, and internal equity.

Requirements

15 or more years of land surveying experience.
At least five years of supervisory or project management responsibilities.
Active Professional Land Surveying (PLS) licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota preferred, or ability to obtain the appropriate license(s) within six months of hire.
Extensive experience with boundary surveys, geodetic measurements, construction surveying, topographic surveys, and researching and writing legal descriptions for public and private land records.
Advanced knowledge of Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation Open-Roads, and ArcGIS/GIS platforms.
Familiarity with GPS/GNSS receivers, total stations, and modern geospatial tools, specifically Trimble equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions and clearly articulate verbal and written communications.
Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; may need to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
Ability to work required hours in the office or offsite.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Nice To Haves

Two-year associate degree in Land Surveying Technology or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Experience managing clients, writing scopes and fees and proposals, reviewing contracts, and managing personnel in the consulting engineering industry.
Experience and working knowledge of public agencies in North Dakota and Minnesota.
Involvement with professional organizations beneficial to Apex and the Land Services sector.

Responsibilities

Develop business and staffing plans that meet internal surveying needs while balancing work for external land surveying clients.
Establish and maintain strategic partnerships to win work and deliver surveying services tied to infrastructure design and construction.
Collaborate with company market leaders on workload, pursuits, staffing, and technology needs.
Develop, follow, and maintain strategic plan initiatives and goals for the sector and company.
Mentor crew chiefs and survey department managers on technical matters, contract development, project profitability, and risk management.
Attend and schedule personnel for industry conferences and professional seminars as appropriate.
Participate in sector leadership, company management, and company operations meetings as appropriate.
Hire and recruit strategic positions in support of company or sector growth goals.
Communicate effectively in public meetings, professional seminars, corporate meetings, and other settings.
Exercise independent initiative and make rational judgment calls.
Follow the company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
Perform responsibilities conscientiously, legally, and ethically, with attention to detail.
Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Travel and stay out of town when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.