Survey Lead

About the role

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced Survey Lead to support our Southeast Region located in Florida. Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Building a team and client relations
• Bringing in work and managing team and project budgets
• Leading the survey team to meet schedules, client requests (internally and externally) and production expectations
• Coordinating and managing outside survey subcontractors
• Implementing QA/QC practices for final survey deliverables
• Developing fees and writing and reviewing proposals
• Ensuring compliance with company safety regulations

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (Registered in Florida)
• 8‑10 years of FDOT Survey experience
• Desire and ability to obtain licensure in additional states
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Judgment and decision‑making skills
• Complex problem‑solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Safety oriented

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer‑Paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits