Survey Division Manager
About the role
The Survey Division Manager will lead and expand Civil Science's survey program across North Dakota. This role offers a pivotal leadership opportunity for a licensed surveyor to shape the direction of the survey practice in a growing market.
Responsibilities
Set strategic direction for the survey division that aligns with company goals.
Lead division level planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
Drive division-level quality, risk management, and safety compliance.
Develop staff through mentoring, hiring, and company performance management programs.
Represent Civil Science in municipal, regional, and state forums and industry organizations.
Lead business development efforts for the ND survey market, including identifying new clients, pursuing strategic opportunities, and overseeing proposal development.
Monitor funding cycles and position the Division for upcoming opportunities.
Cultivate long-term relationships with agencies, councils, and community partners.
Qualifications
North Dakota Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred but not mandatory.
12+ years of surveying experience with strong technical depth.
Proven ability to develop and sustain revenue-generating client relationships in the North Dakota surveying market.
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
Ability to travel and meet client needs throughout North Dakota and potentially in surrounding states.
Proven experience overseeing and managing multi-project delivery.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, think critically, and support multiple departments simultaneously.
Strong understanding of project management: budgeting, scheduling, quality control, resource planning.
Excellent communication, mentoring, and team development skills.
Demonstrated ability to implement and uphold quality management processes.
Ability to balance technical work with operational and strategic responsibilities.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
Must be able to work on active construction sites—including uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, and moderate-to-high noise levels.
Frequent physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
Benefits
Three weeks of paid vacation per year.
Eight paid holidays per year.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short and long-term disability coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
A 401(k) plan.
Pay
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate client needs and personal commitments.