Survey Manager

Wade Trim is seeking an experienced Survey Manager to lead our Advanced Mapping & Geospatial operations across multiple states. This role manages a team of 10+ survey professionals delivering LiDAR, UAV, 3D scanning, and traditional survey services with a strong emphasis on energy sector clients and cutting-edge geospatial technology applications. The ideal candidate combines strong technical survey expertise with proven leadership capabilities and a passion for advancing digital twin technology, drone operations, and point cloud data extraction methodologies. We recognize exceptional candidates may bring deep expertise in some areas while having growth opportunity in others. If you have strong surveying leadership experience and are passionate about technology advancement, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor a team of 10+ professionals across multi-state operations
• Build and develop team capabilities around advanced geospatial technologies
• Foster collaborative culture and cross-office coordination
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching
• Recruit and develop talent to support geographic and technical growth
• Advanced Technology Leadership
• Drive adoption and advancement of digital twin methodologies
• Expand UAV/drone operations and applications across project types
• Lead point cloud data extraction, processing, and deliverable development
• Integrate LiDAR and 3D scanning workflows with client deliverables
• Position Wade Trim as a technology leader in geospatial services

Technical Oversight & Quality Control

• Verify survey methods, calculations, and deliverables meet professional standards
• Review complex boundary analyses, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and construction staking
• Establish and maintain quality standards across multi-state operations
• Protect professional accuracy and compliance with state-specific requirements
• Project Management & Operations
• Oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
• Coordinate multi-state survey operations and field crew deployment
• Manage resource allocation and utilization across multi-office operations
• Verify compliance with state-specific regulations and standards (including PHMSA pipeline requirements)
• Monitor project profitability and operational efficiency

Business Development & Strategic Growth

• Support proposal development, project estimating, and technical presentations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and project managers
• Identify market opportunities in energy, geospatial, and infrastructure sectors
• Contribute to strategic planning for technology advancement and service expansion
• Advance competitive positioning through innovative geospatial solutions

Safety & Compliance

• Verify adherence to safety protocols for field operations and UAV operations
• Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements across jurisdictions
• Support professional development and continuing education
• Protect professional liability through quality management systems

Education & Licensure:

• Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS/PS) license in any state (Pennsylvania, Ohio and/or Michigan strongly preferred)
• Ability to obtain licensure in multiple states

Skills/Experience:

• Minimum 8-10 years professional surveying experience
• Minimum 3-5 years in leadership or management role
• Multi-state project experience
• Experience managing teams of 5+ professionals
• Demonstrated experience with advanced geospatial technologies (LiDAR, UAV)

Leadership & Communication

• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain technical teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Client relationship management experience
• Collaborative approach to cross-functional project teams
• Knowledge of boundary law, ALTA/NSPS standards, and construction surveying
• Proficiency with survey equipment and software (Trimble, AutoCAD Civil 3D, etc.)
• Strong understanding of LiDAR, UAV, and 3D scanning applications
• Point cloud data processing and extraction capabilities
• GIS and geospatial data management experience
• Digital twin methodology knowledge or demonstrated ability to learn