Survey Field Manager

SOUTHEASTERN SURVEYING & MAPPING CORP•Pensacola, FL

84d•Onsite

About The Position

As Survey Field Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and directing crews on survey projects. Provide the necessary planning, direction, organization, control and obtain the necessary field data to meet the objectives of the field department of SSMC. You will provide full oversight for all staff members assigned to the survey field department, including field review of work performed, daily guidance and direction, and feedback on performance. You will also provide proper training and support to field staff in survey procedures, ensure vehicle maintenance, and oversee inventory of supplies and equipment. Responsible for the security, maintenance, and availability of all field equipment/safety supplies. Ensure all assigned project job folders are complete and organized, with electronic data properly dumped and documented. Maintain positive external relationships with clients, the public, and the community. Report any accidents and complete necessary incident reports. Obtain field data according to the scope of work or verbal details discussed with the PM of the project. Strive to maintain the highest level of safety in the field and encourage team members to do the same. Visit assigned locations regularly to monitor performance, address operational issues, communicate policy changes, adjust staffing, and conduct post inspections. Guide field crew members, mentor and coach them for advancement, and maintain a safe work environment. Provide yearly performance reviews and supervise personnel, building teamwork and addressing interpersonal issues. Attend meetings and accommodate client and job site needs. May occasionally perform surveying tasks, light office duties, and other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum (5) years of field Survey experience preferred.
Experience in the application of standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjusting and correlating data, recognizing discrepancies in results, and following operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
Has thorough knowledge of municipal construction, maintenance, and repair of infrastructure, as well as the methods, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment applicable to establishing and maintaining efficient and effective production.
Thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
Clearly understands the occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work.
Computer skills and technical competence.
Proven working experience in field management.
Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
Ability to train and mentor crew members.
Must have the ability to communicate well with clients and other members of the team.
Problem-solving skills to develop strategic solutions to address operational issues effectively.
Time management skills to achieve operation objectives within a set deadline.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts and adapts to frequent change.
Works with the team; contributes to a positive team environment; welcomes feedback.
Works with integrity and ethics; supports the organization’s culture, goals, and values.
Has the ability to train and mentor personnel.
Has the ability to troubleshoot projects and coach field teams through issues.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as walking long distances, standing for long periods, frequently lifting and moving up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting and moving up to 100 pounds.
Work may require climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, walking on uneven ground, squatting, crawling, and grasping.
Ability to clear lines with power equipment or hand tools is required.
Must be able to work on slippery, loose, uneven, and sloped surfaces.
Requires a valid driver’s license and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the Company Vehicle policy.

Nice To Haves

associate's degree in a related field is preferred.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Provide full oversight for all staff members assigned to the survey field department.
Provide for field review of work performed by those under manager's direction.
Provide daily guidance and direction to field personnel, including feedback on performance.
Provide proper training and support to field staff in survey procedures, as necessary.
Ensure that assigned vehicles are properly maintained in accordance with company policies.
Oversee inventory or ordinary daily field supplies and additional equipment that needs to be purchased.
Responsible for security, maintenance, and availability of all field equipment/safety supplies assigned to the field team.
Ensure all assigned project job folders are complete with necessary research information, scope of work, work order, schedule for completion, and necessary forms.
Job folders are returned and organized to the office each evening with electronic notes, field books, etc.
Either a written or oral report of the job's status is given to the appropriate manager.
Responsible for accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all fieldwork data obtained for a particular project under his/her direction and as dictated by the scope of work and or verbal details discussed with managers.
Ensure that all electronic data is properly dumped into the computer and documented accordingly.
Maintain positive external relationships consistent with the company's objective, operating philosophy, and desired image.
Reports any accidents, be it personal, employee, or equipment related to the appropriate manager.
If work related a notice of injury and incident report must be completed.
Obtain field data according to the scope of work or verbal details discussed with the PM of the project.
Strive to maintain the highest level of safety while in the field and encourage your team members to do the same.
Responsible for visiting assigned locations on a regular basis to monitor performance, address daily operations issues, communicate policy changes, or company information, adjust staffing schedules as needed, and make post inspections to ensure professional image and quality standards are being maintained
Guide the field crew members in the performance of their duties and mentor and coach them to advance within the survey profession as their individual abilities allow.
Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment, adhering to organization standards and policies and to legal regulations, alerting others regarding potential concerns.
Provide yearly reviews that address performance and growth for each member assigned under the manager's direction.
Maintain and supervise personnel, building teamwork, and addressing interpersonal issues in conjunction with Human Resources.
Attend and participate in scheduled meetings.
Accommodate client and job site needs by responding to all inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Occasionally work in the field performing surveying tasks.
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment Required (i.e., Safety Boots).
Requires a valid driver’s license and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the Company Vehicle policy.
Continually strive to maintain technical knowledge of industry standards.
May perform light office duties including but not limited to filing, making copies, and scanning.
May carry out other duties as assigned by management.