Industrial Metrology / Survey Project Manager

Job Summary

DLZ Corporation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and grow our Industrial Survey and Metrology operations supporting existing and new clients across the Midwest. This role manages complex field projects in heavy industrial environments—steel, aluminum, oil & gas, rubber, paper, manufacturing, and power generation—with a focus on construction survey, high-definition laser scanning, and precision alignment services.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage industrial metrology and survey projects, including:
  • Laser Tracker Alignment
  • High Definition 3D Laser Scanning
  • Precision Optical Alignment
  • Construction Layout, Control, and As-Builts
• Serve as the primary client-facing project lead, overseeing communication, expectations, change management, and deliverables.
• Develop complete project scopes, schedules, budgets, risk plans, and close-out documentation.
• Oversee and enforce QA/QC on all measurement, alignment, and survey deliverables.
• Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, and project execution plans for industrial metrology/survey work.
• Cookordination and dispatch field crews, instrumentation, and support resources for projects.
• Conduct field audits to ensure adherence to DLZ safety protocols and industry best practices.
• Support and mentor technicians through plan reviews, data validation, and quality assurance processes.
• Maintain and expand DLZ’s presence with key industrial clients; proactively pursue new opportunities in the market.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support growing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field; equivalent industry experience considered.
• 2+ years leading industrial survey, precision alignment, or metrology projects.
• Proficiency with industry technologies such as:
  • FARO & Leica Laser Trackers
  • Leica 3D Laser Scanners
  • Rotalign Systems
  • Spatial Analyzer
  • PolyWorks
  • AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Strong project management, communication, and client-relations skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel to steel mills, manufacturing facilities, and heavy industrial sites.
• Experience in industrial alignment and/or plant environments strongly preferred.