About Us:
We are a highly innovative surveying and engineering company with over 60 years of industry experience serving clients throughout the US and Caribbean.
At Pickett, we use the acronym S.O.L.V.E. to define our core values that include: S afety first, O utstanding service, L asting relationships, V alued teamwork and E ngaged culture.
“We solve the problems that matter” and we are always looking to add passionate, motivated, and qualified individuals to our rapidly expanding team.
About The Role:
As the Director of Survey, you will oversee all aspects of our surveying division, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and quality in the delivery of surveying services to our clients.
This position requires a deep understanding of the surveying industry, as well as strong leadership, business development, and project management skills.
What You Will Be Doing:
Lead and manage the survey department, ensuring efficient execution of projects
Provide technical direction, guidance, and support to survey managers and office staff
Develop and implement processes to improve the quality and efficiency of survey operations
Foster a positive team environment with a focus on safety, performance, and client satisfaction
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all surveying projects, ensuring they meet client specifications and industry standards
Coordinate with engineering, geospatial, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of survey data into broader project workflows
Ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets while maintaining quality control
Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction with services and identifying opportunities for additional business
Collaborate with the business development team to expand the company’s surveying services within various markets
Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients
Ensure all surveying activities comply with state, local, and federal regulations, as well as industry best practices
Maintain accurate records and documentation of all survey projects
Oversee quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of survey data
Stay up-to-date with the latest surveying technologies, methods, and equipment
Implement innovative tools and techniques to improve the precision and efficiency of survey operations, including geospatial technologies
Conduct regular meetings with management to ensure the team is staying on top of project timelines and deliverables, review and reinforce safety protocols, and address any challenges, resource needs, or opportunities for improvement
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or equivalent work experience in survey or civil engineering environment (required)
10+ years of experience in land surveying, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role (required)
Professional Surveyor and Mapper license (PSM or PLS) (required)
Experience working with utility clients (preferred)
Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations related to surveying and mapping
Proficiency with modern surveying equipment and software, including GPS, Total Station, LiDAR, and GIS systems
Ability to work in a safe manner and obey safety regulations at all times
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Must have the ability to work under pressure and meet fixed deadlines on a timely basis
Ability to travel as needed
So...Why Join Us: You will have the opportunity to learn, grow and directly contribute to our business. You will also have a very visible and tangible impact by solving real world problems.
You will contribute significantly to the growth and development of our company while also continuing to be challenged and inspired along the way!
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive health insurance & benefits, retirement planning support, PTO and more.
