Cochran · 5 months ago
Director of Land Surveying
Fenton, Missouri, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expCochran is a growing civil engineering firm with a focus on providing tailored solutions in various sectors. They are seeking a Director of Land Surveying to oversee all land and geospatial survey operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while leading a team and managing projects.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Supervise, mentor, and train survey staff, ensuring high performance and professional growth
Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and quality control measures
Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and objectives
Oversee and coordinate all survey activities, including land, topographic, hydrographic, and geospatial surveys
Ensure the use of modern survey techniques and technology (e.g., GPS, GIS, drones, LiDAR)
Review and validate survey data, maps, and reports for accuracy and compliance
Manage multiple survey projects, ensuring efficiency and timely delivery
Ensure all survey work complies with industry regulations, legal standards, and safety protocols
Maintain quality assurance and control across all survey activities
Stay updated on relevant laws, codes, and emerging trends in surveying
Work closely with engineers, architects, construction managers, and other stakeholders to support project needs
Represent the survey department in meetings, providing expert guidance on survey-related matters
Prepare and present reports, maps, and recommendations to clients and internal teams
Evaluate and implement new surveying tools, software, and methodologies
Optimize workflow through the integration of digital solutions and automation where applicable
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field
Professional certification (e.g., RICS, NSPS, GISP) is a plus
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in surveying, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of surveying instruments (GPS, Total Stations, Drones, LiDAR, GIS)
Proficiency in survey-related software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, Trimble, etc.)
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees, plus company deductible assistance
401(k) with 4% company match
Generous PTO plan and 7 major holidays
Continuing education and professional development support
Company
Cochran
Cochran is a growing, multi-location Civil Engineering/Land Surveying firm currently ranked #11 among the Largest Engineering Firms in the St.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sally Bartnett Bothmann
Partner I Director Marketing & Business Development
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