Sector Leader - VP of Land Services (Survey)

Apex Engineering Group•Saint Cloud, MN

1d•$145 - $165

About The Position

This senior-level role is responsible for maintaining, developing, managing, and growing Apex’s Land Surveying services for internal sectors and public and private clients in the North Dakota and Minnesota markets where Apex operates. The Sector Leader will also pursue growth in other strategic markets aligned with the company’s plans. The role includes developing and executing short- and long-term revenue goals, monitoring sector performance and project budgets, hiring key staff, and pursuing new projects and client opportunities. The position initially reports directly to Apex’s CEO, with the expectation that it will ultimately report to the Chief Development Officer (CDO). The Sector Leader attends in-person meetings with key surveying, business development, and operations personnel and promotes the company through relevant professional organizations. Travel and overnight stays may be required, and the role may frequently involve workweeks exceeding 40 hours.

Requirements

15 or more years of land surveying experience.
5 or more years of supervisory or project management responsibilities.
Active Professional Land Surveying (PLS) licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota, preferably, or the ability to obtain the required license(s) within six months of hire.
Extensive experience in 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 the 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 lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods when performing typical duties.
Ability to work required hours in the office or offsite.

Nice To Haves

A two-year associate degree in Land Surveying Technology or a bachelor’s degree in a related field, preferably.
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.
Experience with, or willingness to participate in, professional organizations beneficial to Apex and the Land Services sector.

Responsibilities

Develop a business and staffing plan that addresses internal surveying needs for existing civil engineering sectors while balancing work for external land-surveying clients.
Establish and maintain strategic partnerships to win work and deliver quality surveying related to infrastructure design and construction services.
Collaborate with other market leaders on workload, pursuits, staffing, and technology needs.
Develop, follow, and maintain strategic plan initiatives and goals for the sector and company.
Provide technical mentorship and business leadership to crew chiefs and survey department managers, including guidance on contract development, project profitability, and risk management.
Attend industry conferences and professional seminars, and schedule personnel to attend as appropriate.
Participate in sector leadership, company management, and company operations meetings when appropriate.
Hire and recruit strategic positions that support company or sector growth goals.
Use effective communication in public meetings, professional seminars, corporate meetings, and other settings.
Think independently and make rational judgment calls.
Follow the company employee handbook and required safety policies.
Perform responsibilities conscientiously, legally, and ethically, with attention to detail.
Work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Travel and stay out of town as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.